Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Stark 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Stark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Stark Elementary School's student population of 192 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower all students to develop skills for life-long learning and responsible decision making to contribute to a global society.
School Rankings
Mary Stark 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 Mary Stark Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#350 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
20%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
4%
5%
White
57%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
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 Mary Stark Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Stark Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Mary Stark Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Stark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Elementary School, Red Trail Elementary School, Ft Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Mary Stark Elementary School?
192 students attend Mary Stark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mary Stark Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Stark Elementary School?
Mary Stark Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mary Stark Elementary School offer ?
Mary Stark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Stark Elementary School part of?
Mary Stark Elementary School is part of Mandan 1 School District.
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