The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 77% (which was equal to the North Dakota state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 81% (which was higher than the North Dakota state average of 77%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students (09-10)
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)77%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)81%
77%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(09-10)11%
13%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(09-10)2%
2%
Black
(09-10)2%
2%
White
(09-10)85%
82%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
29%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% ND state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 77% ND state average).
How many students attend Great Plains 6th Grade Academy?
233 students attend Great Plains 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Great Plains 6th Grade Academy students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Great Plains 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Great Plains 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Great Plains 6th Grade Academy part of?
Great Plains 6th Grade Academy is part of Mandan 1 School District.
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.
