Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apple Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apple Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Apple Creek Elementary School's student population of 85 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apple Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apple Creek Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apple Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Apple Creek Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Apple Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Apple Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menoken Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Apple Creek Elementary School?
85 students attend Apple Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Apple Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apple Creek Elementary School?
Apple Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Apple Creek Elementary School offer ?
Apple Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Apple Creek Elementary School part of?
Apple Creek Elementary School is part of Apple Creek 39 School District.
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