Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School's student population of 378 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 92% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
Campus Size
5
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
30%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School's ranking?
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School often compared to?
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Hills School - Arts/science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School?
378 students attend Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School offer ?
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School part of?
Pilot Knob Stem Magnet School is part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District.
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