Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Saint John 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 20-24% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint John Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saint John Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saint John Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint John Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#410 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
91%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint John Elementary School's ranking?
Saint John Elementary School is ranked #410 out of 459 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Saint John Elementary School?
327 students attend Saint John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Saint John Elementary School students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint John Elementary School?
Saint John Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saint John Elementary School offer ?
Saint John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint John Elementary School part of?
Saint John Elementary School is part of St John 3 School District.
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