Serving 28 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Starkweather 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 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starkweather Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Starkweather Elementary School's student population of 28 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Starkweather Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starkweather Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starkweather Elementary School's ranking?
Starkweather Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 459 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Starkweather Elementary School?
28 students attend Starkweather Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Starkweather Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starkweather Elementary School?
Starkweather Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Starkweather Elementary School offer ?
Starkweather Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Starkweather Elementary School part of?
Starkweather Elementary School is part of Starkweather 44 School District.
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