Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Horse Creek School ranks in the top 30% 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 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horse Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Horse Creek School's student population of 8 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Horse Creek School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horse Creek School is 0.00, 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
#94 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Horse Creek School's ranking?
Horse Creek School is ranked #94 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Horse Creek School?
8 students attend Horse Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Horse Creek School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horse Creek School?
Horse Creek School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Horse Creek School offer ?
Horse Creek School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horse Creek School part of?
Horse Creek School is part of Horse Creek 32 School District.
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