Serving 102 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pingree-buchanan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than 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 11:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PINGREE-BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buchanan, ND school district, covering an area of approximately 332.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.5 miles and the furthest edge located 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School's student population of 102 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
102 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Pingree-buchanan 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 Pingree-buchanan 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
#138 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)2%
22.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Pingree-buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School is ranked #138 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?
50-59% 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 Pingree-buchanan Elementary School?
102 students attend Pingree-buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pingree-buchanan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pingree-buchanan Elementary School?
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Pingree-buchanan Elementary School offer ?
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pingree-buchanan Elementary School part of?
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School is part of Pingree-Buchanan 10 School District.
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