PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Minneapolis Public School District school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 374 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY, located in the Northeast neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a community-focused public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) district, the school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the future by offering a comprehensive education that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for creative and physical development.

The school is deeply integrated into its local neighborhood, often serving as a hub for community engagement and parent involvement. Because it is a Minneapolis Public School, it operates under the district’s mission to provide equitable educational opportunities for a diverse student body. Families interested in enrollment, specific programming, or current school news are encouraged to visit the official website at [www.mpls.k12.mn.us](http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/), where they can find resources regarding school policies, district calendars, and administrative contact information.

For more information, contact PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY at (612) 668-1530 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.