Very Good
#564 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 28% in state
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School
Elementary School · Moorhead Area Public Schools
4400 24TH AVE. S., Moorhead, MN 56560
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#564 of 1,992
In Moorhead
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Moorhead Area Public Schools
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Dorothy Dodds Elementary School
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School is a public elementary school in Moorhead, MN, part of Moorhead Area Public Schools. Dorothy Dodds Elementary School serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dorothy Dodds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Dorothy Dodds Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Dorothy Dodds Elementary School — Students at Dorothy Dodds Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Dorothy Dodds Elementary School Compares
See how Dorothy Dodds Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4400 24TH AVE. S., Moorhead, MN 56560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dorothy Dodds Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Fargo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Moorhead, see our Moorhead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Moorhead | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Moorhead ALC Moorhead | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| West Central Academy-N Moorhead | 0.9 mi | — |
| Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton Elementary Dilworth | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MOORHEAD HIGH SCHOOL Moorhead | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moorhead | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PROBSTFIELD CENTER FOR EDUCATION Moorhead | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Probstfield Elementary Moorhead | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY Moorhead | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| S.G. Reinertsen Elementary Moorhead | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moorhead | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert Asp Elementary Moorhead | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| West Central Academy-S Moorhead | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| OAK GROVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo | 4.0 mi | — |
| FARGO 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 4.1 mi | 4.1 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,114
Median Home Value
$248,900
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
44,156
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
32.7
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| BLUFF CREEK ELEMENTARY Chanhassen, MN | 7.1 |
| BONNER ELEMENTARY Stewartville, MN | 7.1 |
| EXPO FOR EXCELLENCE ELEMENTARY SCH Saint Paul, MN | 7.1 |
| PACT Charter Elementary Ramsey, MN | 7.1 |
| PARKVIEW CENTER SCHOOL Roseville, MN | 7.1 |
| RAVEN STREAM ELEMENTARY New Prague, MN | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dorothy Dodds Elementary School
What grades does Dorothy Dodds Elementary School serve?
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Dorothy Dodds Elementary School?
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dorothy Dodds Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dorothy Dodds Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dorothy Dodds Elementary School rank in MN?
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School ranks #564 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Dorothy Dodds Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dorothy Dodds Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dorothy Dodds Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Dorothy Dodds Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dorothy Dodds Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dorothy Dodds Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dorothy Dodds Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dorothy Dodds Elementary School?
47.8% of students at Dorothy Dodds Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (218) 284-1300
Resources & Links
District
Moorhead Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,460
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,570
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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