Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 12:1 is higher 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: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fessenden-Bowdon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 558.3 square miles in Fessenden, ND. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School's student population of 140 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Your thoughts determine your actions and your actions determine your results. Think BIG! Striving to Achieve Excellence Together!
School Rankings
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fessenden-bowdon 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
#65 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
White
98%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School's ranking?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School?
140 students attend Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School offer ?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School part of?
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School is part of Fessenden-Bowdon 25 School District.
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