Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dakota Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dakota Prairie Elementary School's student population of 163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dakota Prairie 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 Dakota Prairie Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Dakota Prairie Elementary School is ranked #45 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Dakota Prairie Elementary School?
163 students attend Dakota Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dakota Prairie Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Prairie Elementary School?
Dakota Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dakota Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Dakota Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dakota Prairie Elementary School part of?
Dakota Prairie Elementary School is part of Dakota Prairie 1 School District.
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