Ojibwa Indian School serves 217 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ojibwa Indian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ojibwa Indian School's student population of 217 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ojibwa Indian 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
11:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
26%
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 schools are Ojibwa Indian School often compared to?
Ojibwa Indian Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunseith Day School, Turtle Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Ojibwa Indian School?
217 students attend Ojibwa Indian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ojibwa Indian School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ojibwa Indian School?
Ojibwa Indian School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ojibwa Indian School offer ?
Ojibwa Indian School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ojibwa Indian School part of?
Ojibwa Indian School is part of Ojibwa Indian School District.
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