Silver Ranch Elementary School serves 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5% in ND)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Ranch Elementary School's student population of 393 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Ranch Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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
How many students attend Silver Ranch Elementary School?
393 students attend Silver Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Silver Ranch Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Ranch Elementary School?
Silver Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Silver Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Silver Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Ranch Elementary School part of?
Silver Ranch Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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