Serving 285 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 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Rugby Ely Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rugby school district, covering approximately 817.5 square miles in Rugby, ND. The zone extends up to 26.2 miles from the school, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
- 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 285 students has declined by 18% 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
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.27, 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
#216 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 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?
285 students attend Rugby Ely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rugby Ely Elementary School students are White, 9% 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 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
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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