Pipestone County Schools & Education
Pipestone County, Minnesota
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
50/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
87.6%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.6%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,000
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,463
School Score
50/100
Higher = better
State avg 55/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#47
of 87 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Pipestone County
School Verdict
Pipestone County performs at an average level with a school score of 50/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.6%.
Funding Context
Pipestone County spends $8,000 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Pipestone County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 8% below the Minnesota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Pipestone County, Minnesota
Small-Scale Success in Pipestone Schools
Pipestone County operates 10 public schools serving 1,599 students across two school districts. The infrastructure includes three elementary, two middle, and four high schools, along with three alternative learning sites.
Academic Excellence Outpaces State Averages
With an 87.6% graduation rate, Pipestone County outperforms both the Minnesota state average of 86.6% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. This success is achieved with a per-pupil expenditure of $8,000, which is slightly below the state average of $8,463.
Pipestone Area Schools Anchor the County
The Pipestone Area School District is the dominant provider, enrolling 1,105 students across four campuses. The Edgerton Public School District serves the remaining 434 students, and no charter schools are currently active in the county.
Balanced Town and Rural Schooling
Schools are evenly split between town and rural locales, maintaining an intimate average school size of 200 students. Pipestone Elementary is the largest site with 519 students, while Edgerton Secondary operates with just 209 students.
Home Ownership Near Top-Performing Schools
The county's high graduation rates make it an attractive destination for families focused on academic results. Exploring homes near the Pipestone or Edgerton districts offers the benefit of a high-performing, small-town education.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Pipestone County
Total Enrollment
1,599
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Pipestone County
PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
EDGERTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
10 Public Schools in Pipestone County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipestone Elementary | PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 519 |
| PIPESTONE SENIOR HIGH | PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | High | 340 |
| PIPESTONE MIDDLE | PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT | 6–8 | Middle | 234 |
| EDGERTON ELEMENTARY | EDGERTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 225 |
| EDGERTON SECONDARY | EDGERTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 6–12 | High | 209 |
| SWWC ALC - Pipestone | Region 6 and 8-SW/WC Service Coop | 9–12 | Alternative | 34 |
| SWWC ELC - Pipestone | Region 6 and 8-SW/WC Service Coop | KG–12 | Special Education | 26 |
| HEARTLAND ELEMENTARY | PIPESTONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–8 | Primary | 12 |
| PIPESTONE LEARNING CENTER | Region 6 and 8-SW/WC Service Coop | 9–12 | Alternative | 0 |
| SWWC ALC Midlevel - Pipestone | Region 6 and 8-SW/WC Service Coop | 7–8 | Alternative | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,000
State avg $8,463
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Pipestone County, Minnesota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Pipestone County, Minnesota?
Pipestone County operates 10 public schools serving 1,599 students across two school districts. The infrastructure includes three elementary, two middle, and four high schools, along with three alternative learning sites.
How do schools in Pipestone County perform academically?
With an 87.6% graduation rate, Pipestone County outperforms both the Minnesota state average of 86.6% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. This success is achieved with a per-pupil expenditure of $8,000, which is slightly below the state average of $8,463.
What are the major school districts in Pipestone County, Minnesota?
The Pipestone Area School District is the dominant provider, enrolling 1,105 students across four campuses. The Edgerton Public School District serves the remaining 434 students, and no charter schools are currently active in the county.
What is the school experience like in Pipestone County?
Schools are evenly split between town and rural locales, maintaining an intimate average school size of 200 students. Pipestone Elementary is the largest site with 519 students, while Edgerton Secondary operates with just 209 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Pipestone County, Minnesota?
The county's high graduation rates make it an attractive destination for families focused on academic results. Exploring homes near the Pipestone or Edgerton districts offers the benefit of a high-performing, small-town education.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.