Serving 14 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marmarth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marmarth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marmarth Elementary School's student population of 14 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Marmarth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marmarth Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#272 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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 Marmarth Elementary School's ranking?
Marmarth Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Marmarth Elementary School?
14 students attend Marmarth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marmarth Elementary School students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marmarth Elementary School?
Marmarth Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marmarth Elementary School offer ?
Marmarth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marmarth Elementary School part of?
Marmarth Elementary School is part of Marmarth 12 School District.
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