Serving 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Napoleon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Napoleon Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Napoleon, ND, encompassing an area of approximately 551 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Napoleon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Napoleon Elementary School's student population of 139 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Napoleon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Napoleon Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#38 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napoleon Elementary School's ranking?
Napoleon Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Napoleon Elementary School?
139 students attend Napoleon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Napoleon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Napoleon Elementary School?
Napoleon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Napoleon Elementary School offer ?
Napoleon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Napoleon Elementary School part of?
Napoleon Elementary School is part of Napoleon 2 School District.
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