Serving 262 students in grades 3-4, Prairie View 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 44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 3-4
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Prairie View Elementary School's student population of 262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Prairie View 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 Prairie View Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#231 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
32%
11%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie View Elementary School is ranked #231 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Prairie View Elementary School?
262 students attend Prairie View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Prairie View Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Elementary School?
Prairie View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Prairie View Elementary School offer ?
Prairie View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie View Elementary School part of?
Prairie View Elementary School is part of Devils Lake 1 School District.
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