Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powers Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (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 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), 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: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powers Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powers Lake Elementary School's student population of 166 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powers Lake 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 Powers Lake Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#206 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powers Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Powers Lake Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Powers Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Powers Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanley Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Powers Lake Elementary School?
166 students attend Powers Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Powers Lake Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powers Lake Elementary School?
Powers Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Powers Lake Elementary School offer ?
Powers Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Powers Lake Elementary School part of?
Powers Lake Elementary School is part of Powers Lake 27 School District.
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