Serving 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Scranton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scranton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scranton Elementary School's student population of 75 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS!
School Rankings
Scranton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scranton Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#7 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Scranton Elementary School's ranking?
Scranton Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Scranton Elementary School?
75 students attend Scranton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Scranton Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scranton Elementary School?
Scranton Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Scranton Elementary School offer ?
Scranton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scranton Elementary School part of?
Scranton Elementary School is part of Scranton 33 School District.
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