Serving 55 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Demores Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DeMores Elementary School serves the southern part of the Medora, ND school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 495.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demores Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Demores Elementary School's student population of 55 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Demores Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Demores Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2 out of 449 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
98%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bcb Bantams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demores Elementary School's ranking?
Demores Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Demores Elementary School?
55 students attend Demores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Demores Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demores Elementary School?
Demores Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Demores Elementary School offer ?
Demores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demores Elementary School part of?
Demores Elementary School is part of Billings Co 1 School District.
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