PINE RIVER-BACKUS ELEMENTARY
477 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Pine River-Backus Elementary, located in Pine River, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for early childhood and primary education within the Pine River-Backus School District. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on building a strong academic foundation while promoting the social and emotional development of its students. By emphasizing small-town community values, the school works to ensure that each child receives personalized attention in a setting that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for future success through a balance of core academic subjects and enrichment opportunities. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Pine River-Backus Elementary integrates technology and collaborative projects to engage students, often involving families and the broader community in school activities. For those seeking detailed information on registration, school calendars, staff directories, or specific district initiatives, the official school website at [www.prbschools.org](http://www.prbschools.org) serves as the primary resource for parents and community members.
The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for future success through a balance of core academic subjects and enrichment opportunities. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Pine River-Backus Elementary integrates technology and collaborative projects to engage students, often involving families and the broader community in school activities. For those seeking detailed information on registration, school calendars, staff directories, or specific district initiatives, the official school website at [www.prbschools.org](http://www.prbschools.org) serves as the primary resource for parents and community members.
477
Total Students
37.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 439 |
| Hispanic | 9 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 20 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White439 (92.0 %)
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Two or More20 (4.2 %)
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Hispanic9 (1.9 %)
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Asian4 (0.8 %)
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American Indian4 (0.8 %)
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Black1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | PINE RIVER-BACKUS SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (218)587-4447 |
| Website: | http://www.prbschools.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 477 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 267 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 58 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
59
Kindergarten
60
Grade 1
59
Grade 2
56
Grade 3
75
Grade 4
45
Grade 5
67
Grade 6
56
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 59 |
| Kindergarten | 60 |
| Grade 1 | 59 |
| Grade 2 | 56 |
| Grade 3 | 75 |
| Grade 4 | 45 |
| Grade 5 | 67 |
| Grade 6 | 56 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 235 | 49.3% |
| Male | 242 | 50.7% |