Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bottineau Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bottineau Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Bottineau Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bottineau Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
84%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bottineau Elementary School's ranking?
Bottineau Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Bottineau Elementary School?
351 students attend Bottineau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bottineau Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bottineau Elementary School?
Bottineau Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Bottineau Elementary School offer ?
Bottineau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bottineau Elementary School part of?
Bottineau Elementary School is part of Bottineau 1 School District.
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