Serving 136 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mandaree 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mandaree Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mandaree school district, covering approximately 402.7 square miles in and around the city of Mandaree, ND. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mandaree Elementary School's student population of 136 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Rankings
Mandaree 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 Mandaree Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#448 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
90%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandaree Elementary School's ranking?
Mandaree Elementary School is ranked #448 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Mandaree Elementary School?
136 students attend Mandaree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mandaree Elementary School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mandaree Elementary School?
Mandaree Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Mandaree Elementary School offer ?
Mandaree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mandaree Elementary School part of?
Mandaree Elementary School is part of Mandaree 36 School District.
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