PINES SCHOOL - ACS

PINES SCHOOL - ACS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Centennial Public School District school district, located in LINO LAKES, MN with about 31 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th 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 3 teachers, PINES SCHOOL - ACS has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Pines School is a specialized educational program operating under the umbrella of Centennial School District 12 (ISD 12) in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. It functions as an Area Learning Center (ALC) designed to provide alternative educational pathways for students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment. The program focuses on credit recovery, academic support, and personalized instruction to help students progress toward graduation and prepare for post-secondary success.

The school emphasizes a supportive, structured atmosphere tailored to the unique social and academic needs of its student body. By prioritizing smaller class sizes and individualized attention, Pines School aims to re-engage students who have struggled in conventional high school settings. Through its partnership with the broader Centennial district, the school provides access to a range of resources intended to foster student growth, improve attendance, and ultimately ensure that all students earn their high school diplomas.

For more information, contact PINES SCHOOL - ACS at (763) 792-4011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.