Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Heart 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 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Heart 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
South Heart Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
South Heart 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 South Heart Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#41 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Heart Elementary School's ranking?
South Heart Elementary School is ranked #41 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend South Heart Elementary School?
257 students attend South Heart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Heart Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Heart Elementary School?
South Heart Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does South Heart Elementary School offer ?
South Heart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Heart Elementary School part of?
South Heart Elementary School is part of South Heart 9 School District.
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