Dunseith Day School serves 183 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunseith Day School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunseith Day School's student population of 183 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dunseith Day School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Dunseith Day School?
183 students attend Dunseith Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dunseith Day School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunseith Day School?
Dunseith Day School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dunseith Day School offer ?
Dunseith Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunseith Day School part of?
Dunseith Day School is part of Dunseith Day School District.
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