Serving 433 students in grades 5-8, Pillager Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pillager Middle School's student population of 433 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Pillager Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pillager Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#922 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
12%
White
91%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pillager Middle School's ranking?
Pillager Middle School is ranked #922 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pillager Middle School?
433 students attend Pillager Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pillager Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pillager Middle School?
Pillager Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pillager Middle School offer ?
Pillager Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pillager Middle School part of?
Pillager Middle School is part of Pillager Public School District.
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