Twin Buttes Day School serves 39 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-59%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Buttes Day School's student population of 39 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Twin Buttes Elementary School will provide a safe and secure learning environment so that all students can achieve academic success.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Twin Buttes Day 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)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.2%
20.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
27%
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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Twin Buttes Day School?
39 students attend Twin Buttes Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Twin Buttes Day School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Buttes Day School?
Twin Buttes Day School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Twin Buttes Day School offer ?
Twin Buttes Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twin Buttes Day School part of?
Twin Buttes Day School is part of Twin Buttes Day School District.
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