Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washburn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washburn Elementary School's student population of 204 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washburn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washburn Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#54 out of 459 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
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 Washburn Elementary School's ranking?
Washburn Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Washburn Elementary School?
204 students attend Washburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Washburn Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn Elementary School?
Washburn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn Elementary School offer ?
Washburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Washburn Elementary School part of?
Washburn Elementary School is part of Washburn 4 School District.
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