Serving 132 students in grades Kindergarten-8, White Shield 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 6-9% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Shield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
White Shield Elementary School's student population of 132 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
White Shield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Shield Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#447 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
95%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Shield Elementary School's ranking?
White Shield Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 449 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend White Shield Elementary School?
132 students attend White Shield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of White Shield Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Shield Elementary School?
White Shield Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does White Shield Elementary School offer ?
White Shield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Shield Elementary School part of?
White Shield Elementary School is part of White Shield 85 School District.
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