Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newburg-united Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newburg-United Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Newburg, ND school district, encompassing approximately 381.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newburg-united Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newburg-united Elementary School's student population of 46 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar like an eagle
School Rankings
Newburg-united Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newburg-united 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
#173 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Newburg-united Elementary School's ranking?
Newburg-united Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Newburg-united Elementary School?
46 students attend Newburg-united Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Newburg-united Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newburg-united Elementary School?
Newburg-united Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Newburg-united Elementary School offer ?
Newburg-united Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newburg-united Elementary School part of?
Newburg-united Elementary School is part of Newburg-United 54 School District.
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