Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Victor Solheim Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Victor Solheim Elementary School serves the southern part of Bismarck, ND, encompassing an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Victor Solheim Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Victor Solheim Elementary School's student population of 588 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empower Every Learner to Thrive!
School Rankings
Victor Solheim Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Victor Solheim Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#21 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Victor Solheim Elementary School's ranking?
Victor Solheim Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Victor Solheim Elementary School often compared to?
Victor Solheim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Acres Elementary School, Will-moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Victor Solheim Elementary School?
588 students attend Victor Solheim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Victor Solheim Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Victor Solheim Elementary School?
Victor Solheim Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Victor Solheim Elementary School offer ?
Victor Solheim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Victor Solheim Elementary School part of?
Victor Solheim Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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