Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dunseith Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
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 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunseith Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 196.3 square miles in Dunseith, ND. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunseith Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Dragon Way
School Rankings
Dunseith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunseith 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
#443 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
98%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunseith Elementary School's ranking?
Dunseith Elementary School is ranked #443 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
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 Elementary School?
236 students attend Dunseith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dunseith Elementary School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunseith Elementary School?
Dunseith Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dunseith Elementary School offer ?
Dunseith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunseith Elementary School part of?
Dunseith Elementary School is part of Dunseith 1 School District.
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