Pipestone Area School District

Located at 1401 SW 7th Street in Pipestone, Minnesota, the Pipestone Area School District serves as a vital educational anchor for its rural remote community. Operating as an active, traditional public school district across four operational school facilities, the system delivers continuous learning opportunities spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Families and community members can access district programs, announcements, and academic resources through its official web portal at pas.k12.mn.us, reflecting a commitment to accessible communication and well-rounded public education across every grade level.

The district supports an enrollment of approximately 1,138 students, reflecting a vibrant student body that includes a significant Hispanic population alongside a majority White student base, as well as Multiracial, American Indian, Black, and Asian learners. To ensure students receive personalized instruction and guidance, Pipestone Area School District maintains a robust staffing framework totaling nearly 318 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated workforce features over 172 classroom teachers supported by approximately 37 instructional aides and more than 108 support staff members, creating a well-resourced environment focused on student success from early childhood entry to high school graduation.