Serving 16 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Naughton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Naughton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bismarck, ND, encompassing an area of approximately 31.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Naughton Elementary School's student population of 16 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Naughton 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 Naughton Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#130 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
20.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naughton Elementary School's ranking?
Naughton Elementary School is ranked #130 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Naughton Elementary School?
16 students attend Naughton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Naughton Elementary School students are White, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naughton Elementary School?
Naughton Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Naughton Elementary School offer ?
Naughton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Naughton Elementary School part of?
Naughton Elementary School is part of Naughton 25 School District.
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