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Pinewood Community Elementary

Elementary School · ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN

4300 DODD RD, Eagan, MN 55123

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,399 of 1,992

In Eagan

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#28 of 36

ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Pinewood Community Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in Eagan · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pinewood Community Elementary

Pinewood Community Elementary is a public elementary school in Eagan, MN, part of ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN. Pinewood Community Elementary serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Community Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,399 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Community Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,334
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Pinewood Community Elementary — Students at Pinewood Community Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How Pinewood Community Elementary Compares

See how Pinewood Community Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
30th percentile in MN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4300 DODD RD, Eagan, MN 55123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinewood Community Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHANNON PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Rosemount), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLACIER HILLS SCHOOL - ARTS/SCIENCE (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eagan, see our Eagan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
EAGAN SENIOR HIGH Eagan 1.0 mi 7.1
RED PINE ELEMENTARY Eagan 1.3 mi 8.0
DAKOTA HILLS MIDDLE Eagan 1.1 mi 7.1
NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Eagan 1.1 mi 5.9
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY Eagan 1.7 mi 8.5
GLACIER HILLS SCHOOL - ARTS/SCIENCE Eagan 2.3 mi 8.5
BECKS MONTESSORI ACCELERATED LEARNING CENTER Eagan 2.5 mi
TRINITY LONE OAK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eagan 3.5 mi 7.7
SHANNON PARK ELEMENTARY Rosemount 3.3 mi 8.7
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rosemount 3.6 mi 5.9
ROSEMOUNT SENIOR HIGH Rosemount 3.9 mi 6.4
DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY Eagan 2.9 mi 6.8
THOMAS LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagan 2.9 mi 6.4
917 IDEA Rosemount 4.1 mi 5.6
917 SUN Rosemount 4.1 mi 4.5
917 CASE Rosemount 4.1 mi
ROSEMOUNT MIDDLE Rosemount 4.0 mi 6.8
BLACK HAWK MIDDLE Eagan 2.9 mi 6.6
ROSEMOUNT ELEMENTARY Rosemount 4.1 mi 6.5
FRIENDLY HILLS MIDDLE Mendota Heights 4.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,265

Median Home Value

$442,000

Median Rent

$1,593/mo

Population

27,288

College Educated

64.3%

Homeownership

80.8%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pinewood Community Elementary

What grades does Pinewood Community Elementary serve?

Pinewood Community Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Pinewood Community Elementary?

Pinewood Community Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Community Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Community Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pinewood Community Elementary rank in MN?

Pinewood Community Elementary ranks #1,399 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Pinewood Community Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pinewood Community Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pinewood Community Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Community Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pinewood Community Elementary a charter school?

No, Pinewood Community Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pinewood Community Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pinewood Community Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinewood Community Elementary?

22.0% of students at Pinewood Community Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
13 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Dakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
District Enrollment
29,115
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,334
District Rank
#28 of 36

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