Serving 27 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Willow Bank Colony 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Bank Colony School serves the entire district of Edgeley, ND, covering approximately 410.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 26.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Bank Colony School's student population of 27 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Willow Bank Colony 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 Willow Bank 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Bank Colony School's ranking?
Willow Bank Colony School is ranked #430 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Willow Bank Colony School?
27 students attend Willow Bank Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Willow Bank Colony School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Bank Colony School?
Willow Bank Colony School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Willow Bank Colony School offer ?
Willow Bank Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Bank Colony School part of?
Willow Bank Colony School is part of Edgeley 3 School District.
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