Serving 91 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Midkota 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Midkota Elementary School serves the entire district of Binford, ND, covering an area of approximately 599 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 26.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midkota Elementary School's student population of 91 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midkota 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 Midkota 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
#275 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
7%
5%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midkota Elementary School's ranking?
Midkota Elementary School is ranked #275 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Midkota Elementary School?
91 students attend Midkota Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Midkota Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midkota Elementary School?
Midkota Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Midkota Elementary School offer ?
Midkota Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midkota Elementary School part of?
Midkota Elementary School is part of Midkota 7 School District.
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