Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School's student population of 130 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School's ranking?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School?
130 students attend Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School offer ?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School part of?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School is part of Fessenden-Bowdon 25 School District.
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