Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carrington Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (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 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (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 322 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carrington Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrington Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#35 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
2%
5%
White
88%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
5%
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 #35 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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?
322 students attend Carrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Carrington Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 11:1.
What grades does Carrington Elementary School offer ?
Carrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Carrington Elementary School part of?
Carrington Elementary School is part of Carrington 49 School District.
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