Serving 80 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rolette Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rolette Elementary School's student population of 80 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Rolette Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rolette Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#288 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
42%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rolette Elementary School's ranking?
Rolette Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 461 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Rolette Elementary School?
80 students attend Rolette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rolette Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rolette Elementary School?
Rolette Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rolette Elementary School offer ?
Rolette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rolette Elementary School part of?
Rolette Elementary School is part of Rolette 29 School District.
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