Serving 22 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rhame 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% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhame Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rhame Elementary School's student population of 22 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rhame Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rhame Elementary 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
#32 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Rhame Elementary School's ranking?
Rhame Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Rhame Elementary School?
22 students attend Rhame Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rhame Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rhame Elementary School?
Rhame Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rhame Elementary School offer ?
Rhame Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhame Elementary School part of?
Rhame Elementary School is part of Bowman Co 1 School District.
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