Pine City Public School District

The Pine City Public School District consists of four schools, including two elementary schools (Pine City Elementary and Early Childhood) and two high schools (Pine City Secondary and Pine City Area Learning Center). The district serves a predominantly white student population, with varying levels of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility across the schools.

Pine City Secondary stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, ranking 187 out of 476 Minnesota high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a strong 89.1% 4-year graduation rate and a low 3.9% dropout rate, while also outperforming the district and state averages in math and reading proficiency for grades 7-11. In contrast, Pine City Area Learning Center faces significant challenges, with low academic performance and a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The district's commitment to early childhood education is evident with the presence of the Early Childhood school, although its small size of only 9 students raises questions about accessibility and impact. Overall, the data analysis reveals a mix of strengths and challenges within the Pine City Public School District, suggesting the need for the district to focus on improving the quality and consistency of education across all its schools.