Serving 56 students in grades 5-6, Richardton-taylor Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardton-taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Richardton-taylor Elementary School's student population of 56 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Richardton-taylor Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardton-taylor Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#196 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Hispanic
7%
8%
White
89%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardton-taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Richardton-taylor Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Richardton-taylor Elementary School?
56 students attend Richardton-taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Richardton-taylor Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richardton-taylor Elementary School?
Richardton-taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Richardton-taylor Elementary School offer ?
Richardton-taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richardton-taylor Elementary School part of?
Richardton-taylor Elementary School is part of Richardton-Taylor 34 School District.
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