Serving 13 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Zeeland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Zeeland Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Zeeland school district, encompassing approximately 170.5 square miles in Zeeland, ND. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zeeland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Zeeland Elementary School's student population of 13 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zeeland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zeeland Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#78 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
1%
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
6%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 25-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 Zeeland Elementary School's ranking?
Zeeland Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Zeeland Elementary School?
13 students attend Zeeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Zeeland Elementary School students are White, and 15% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zeeland Elementary School?
Zeeland Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Zeeland Elementary School offer ?
Zeeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zeeland Elementary School part of?
Zeeland Elementary School is part of Zeeland 4 School District.
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