Serving 78 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rolette 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 30-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolette Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rolette, ND, encompassing approximately 285.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rolette Elementary School's student population of 78 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Where every child matters!
School Rankings
Rolette 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 Rolette Elementary School is 0.56, which is more 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
#334 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
American Indian
39%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolette Elementary School's ranking?
Rolette Elementary School is ranked #334 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Rolette Elementary School?
78 students attend Rolette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rolette Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolette Elementary School?
Rolette Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rolette Elementary School offer ?
Rolette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rolette Elementary School part of?
Rolette Elementary School is part of Rolette 29 School District.
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