Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Halliday Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in ND)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halliday Elementary School's student population of 21 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Halliday Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
48%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Halliday Elementary School?
21 students attend Halliday Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Halliday Elementary School students are American Indian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halliday Elementary School?
Halliday Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Halliday Elementary School offer ?
Halliday Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halliday Elementary School part of?
Halliday Elementary School is part of Halliday 19 School District.
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