Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kidder County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steele-Dawson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Steele, ND, covering an expansive area of approximately 1,219.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 21.1 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 38.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kidder County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kidder County Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kidder County Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kidder County Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#134 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Kidder County Elementary School's ranking?
Kidder County Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Kidder County Elementary School?
205 students attend Kidder County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kidder County Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kidder County Elementary School?
Kidder County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Kidder County Elementary School offer ?
Kidder County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kidder County Elementary School part of?
Kidder County Elementary School is part of Kidder County 1 School District.
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