Serving 5 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Spruce Lane Colony School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Spruce Lane Colony School serves the entire district of Blanchard, ND, covering an area of approximately 273.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 21.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spruce Lane Colony School's student population of 5 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Spruce Lane Colony School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% ND state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% ND state average).
How many students attend Spruce Lane Colony School?
5 students attend Spruce Lane Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Spruce Lane Colony School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spruce Lane Colony School?
Spruce Lane Colony School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Spruce Lane Colony School offer ?
Spruce Lane Colony School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spruce Lane Colony School part of?
Spruce Lane Colony School is part of Hillsboro 9 School District.
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