Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Griggs County Central 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 15-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Griggs County Central Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cooperstown, ND, encompassing approximately 423.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griggs County Central Elementary School's student population of 205 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Griggs County Central 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 Griggs County Central Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#413 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
10%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
87%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griggs County Central Elementary School's ranking?
Griggs County Central Elementary School is ranked #413 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Griggs County Central Elementary School?
205 students attend Griggs County Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Griggs County Central Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griggs County Central Elementary School?
Griggs County Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Griggs County Central Elementary School offer ?
Griggs County Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Griggs County Central Elementary School part of?
Griggs County Central Elementary School is part of Griggs County Central 18 School District.
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