Serving 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Max 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 40-49% (which is higher 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 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 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
Max Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Max Elementary School's student population of 76 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Max 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 Max Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#263 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Max Elementary School's ranking?
Max Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Max Elementary School often compared to?
Max Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Callies Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Max Elementary School?
76 students attend Max Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Max Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Max Elementary School?
Max Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Max Elementary School offer ?
Max Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Max Elementary School part of?
Max Elementary School is part of Max 50 School District.
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