Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Saint John 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint John Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saint John Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Saint John 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 Saint John Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#362 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
90%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint John Elementary School's ranking?
Saint John Elementary School is ranked #362 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Saint John Elementary School?
321 students attend Saint John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Saint John Elementary School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint John Elementary School?
Saint John Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Saint John Elementary School offer ?
Saint John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saint John Elementary School part of?
Saint John Elementary School is part of St John 3 School District.
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