Serving 51 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Maple River Colony School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than 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 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple River Colony School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Maple River Colony School's student population of 51 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Maple River Colony 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 Maple River Colony School is 0.00, 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
#376 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
89%
8%
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 Maple River Colony School's ranking?
Maple River Colony School is ranked #376 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?
20-29% 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 Maple River Colony School?
51 students attend Maple River Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Maple River Colony School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple River Colony School?
Maple River Colony School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maple River Colony School offer ?
Maple River Colony School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maple River Colony School part of?
Maple River Colony School is part of Ellendale 40 School District.
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