Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rugby Ely 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rugby Ely Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rugby Ely Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Student Every Day
School Rankings
Rugby Ely 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 Rugby Ely Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rugby Ely Elementary School's ranking?
Rugby Ely Elementary School is ranked #216 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Rugby Ely Elementary School?
311 students attend Rugby Ely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rugby Ely Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rugby Ely Elementary School?
Rugby Ely Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rugby Ely Elementary School offer ?
Rugby Ely Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rugby Ely Elementary School part of?
Rugby Ely Elementary School is part of Rugby 5 School District.
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