Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Prairie Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Minot, ND school district, encompassing approximately 183.1 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Prairie Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Prairie 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 South Prairie Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#138 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
81%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
South Prairie Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are South Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
South Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Erik Ramstad Middle School, Jim Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend South Prairie Elementary School?
411 students attend South Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of South Prairie Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Prairie Elementary School?
South Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does South Prairie Elementary School offer ?
South Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Prairie Elementary School part of?
South Prairie Elementary School is part of South Prairie 70 School District.
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