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Pinewood Elementary

Elementary School · MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

5500 QUINCY ST, Mounds View, MN 55112

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,513 of 1,992

In Mounds View

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#16 of 18

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pinewood Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Mounds View · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Pinewood Elementary

Pinewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Mounds View, MN, part of MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pinewood Elementary serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,513 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • 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-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,884
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Pinewood Elementary — Students at Pinewood Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (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
69%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
37%

* 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 Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
24th percentile in MN
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

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

5500 QUINCY ST, Mounds View, MN 55112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Turtle Lake Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Shoreview), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEL AIR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby New Brighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pike Lake Kindergarten Center (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby New Brighton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mounds View, see our Mounds View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Edgewood Middle School Mounds View 1.0 mi 6.8
Mounds View Adult Education Mounds View 0.9 mi
MOUNDS VIEW ALC Mounds View 0.9 mi 5.3
IRONDALE SENIOR HIGH New Brighton 1.4 mi 6.0
SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY New Brighton 1.4 mi 7.2
Karner Blue Education Center Circle Pines 2.5 mi 4.8
Speech Program - Sp Ed Program New Brighton 2.9 mi 3.9
ECSE PROGRAM New Brighton 2.9 mi 5.8
BIRTH TO TWO ECSE New Brighton 2.9 mi 3.9
Pike Lake Kindergarten Center New Brighton 2.7 mi 7.4
EARLY EDUCATION Spring Lake Park 2.2 mi 5.3
SLP Schools Online Elementary Spring Lake Park 2.2 mi
Turtle Lake Elementary Shoreview 2.1 mi 8.5
MOUNDS VIEW SENIOR HIGH Arden Hills 3.1 mi 6.7
GOLDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Circle Pines 2.7 mi 6.7
Willows Fridley 3.4 mi
Highview Middle School New Brighton 3.3 mi 6.3
Fridley Moore Lk Area Learning Ctr Fridley 2.7 mi 5.6
BEL AIR ELEMENTARY New Brighton 3.5 mi 8.2
TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 3.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,823

Median Home Value

$338,800

Median Rent

$1,322/mo

Population

45,680

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pinewood Elementary

What grades does Pinewood Elementary serve?

Pinewood Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Pinewood Elementary?

Pinewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pinewood Elementary rank in MN?

Pinewood Elementary ranks #1,513 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Pinewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pinewood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pinewood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

55.3% of students at Pinewood 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

District

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,632
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,884
District Rank
#16 of 18

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