Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School's student population of 207 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School's ranking?
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School?
207 students attend New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School?
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School offer ?
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School part of?
New Rockford-sheyenne Elementary School is part of New Rockford-Sheyenne 2 School District.
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