Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Golva Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Golva Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Golva, ND, encompassing approximately 241.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golva Elementary School's student population of 36 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golva Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golva Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#151 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Black
5%
5%
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golva Elementary School's ranking?
Golva Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Golva Elementary School?
36 students attend Golva Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Golva Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golva Elementary School?
Golva Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Golva Elementary School offer ?
Golva Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golva Elementary School part of?
Golva Elementary School is part of Lone Tree 6 School District.
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