Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Independence Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (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 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Independence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#181 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
8%
5%
White
76%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Elementary School's ranking?
Independence Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Independence Elementary School often compared to?
Independence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Elementary School, Lewis And Clark Elementary School, Aurora Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Independence Elementary School?
530 students attend Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Independence Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Independence Elementary School?
Independence Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Independence Elementary School offer ?
Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Elementary School part of?
Independence Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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