Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sweet Briar School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweet Briar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Sweet Briar School's student population of 30 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sweet Briar School ranks within the top 1% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweet Briar 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
#1 out of 449 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
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
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 Sweet Briar School's ranking?
Sweet Briar School is ranked #1 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Sweet Briar School?
30 students attend Sweet Briar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sweet Briar School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweet Briar School?
Sweet Briar School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sweet Briar School offer ?
Sweet Briar School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sweet Briar School part of?
Sweet Briar School is part of Sweet Briar 17 School District.
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