Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Minnewaukan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnewaukan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Minnewaukan Elementary School's student population of 219 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minnewaukan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnewaukan Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#444 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
91%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnewaukan Elementary School's ranking?
Minnewaukan Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Minnewaukan Elementary School?
219 students attend Minnewaukan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Minnewaukan Elementary School students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnewaukan Elementary School?
Minnewaukan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Minnewaukan Elementary School offer ?
Minnewaukan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnewaukan Elementary School part of?
Minnewaukan Elementary School is part of Minnewaukan 5 School District.
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