Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carrington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrington 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
Carrington Elementary School's student population of 347 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrington Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
2%
11%
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Hispanic
2%
8%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
92%
70%
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Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrington Elementary School's ranking?
Carrington Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Carrington Elementary School?
347 students attend Carrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carrington Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrington Elementary School?
Carrington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carrington Elementary School offer ?
Carrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrington Elementary School part of?
Carrington Elementary School is part of Carrington 49 School District.
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