Serving 11 students in grades 5-12, White Pine Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Pine Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
White Pine Academy's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of White Pine Academy 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
White
91%
60%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend White Pine Academy?
11 students attend White Pine Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of White Pine Academy students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Pine Academy?
White Pine Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does White Pine Academy offer ?
White Pine Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Pine Academy part of?
White Pine Academy is part of Freshwater Education School District.
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