Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Stanley 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 38% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Stanley, ND, encompassing approximately 767.5 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 15.9 miles and the furthest edge located 20.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stanley Elementary School's student population of 463 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Stanley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanley Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#245 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanley Elementary School's ranking?
Stanley Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Stanley Elementary School often compared to?
Stanley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powers Lake Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Stanley Elementary School?
463 students attend Stanley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Stanley Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanley Elementary School?
Stanley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Stanley Elementary School offer ?
Stanley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanley Elementary School part of?
Stanley Elementary School is part of Stanley 2 School District.
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