Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Rose Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (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 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Rose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Rose Elementary School's student population of 134 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Rose 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 Prairie Rose Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#5 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Prairie Rose Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Rose Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Prairie Rose Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Rose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apple Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% 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 Prairie Rose Elementary School?
134 students attend Prairie Rose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Prairie Rose Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Rose Elementary School?
Prairie Rose Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Prairie Rose Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Rose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Rose Elementary School part of?
Prairie Rose Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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