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Cannon Ball Elementary School

Elementary School · SOLEN 3

PO Box 218, Cannon Ball, ND 58528

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Dakota schools

#253 of 451

In district

#1 of 2

SOLEN 3

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Cannon Ball Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Cannon Ball · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cannon Ball Elementary School

Cannon Ball Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cannon Ball, ND, part of SOLEN 3. Cannon Ball Elementary School serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cannon Ball Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 451 schools in ND.

Structured state assessment records for Cannon Ball Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with ND schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 118 students, Cannon Ball Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Cannon Ball Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Cannon Ball Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,673
Chronic Absenteeism59.3%

Cannon Ball Elementary School — Students at Cannon Ball Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 14.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 15.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ND state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44.5%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
5%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Cannon Ball Elementary School Compares

See how Cannon Ball Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in ND
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.3%

Location

PO Box 218, Cannon Ball, ND 58528

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cannon Ball Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Linton), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Saint Anthony), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Bismarck), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cannon Ball, see our Cannon Ball schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SOLEN HIGH SCHOOL Solen 9.7 mi 5.8
ST BERNARD MISSION SCHOOL Fort Yates 20.5 mi
MANNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 21.0 mi
FORT YATES PK SCHOOL Fort Yates 21.0 mi
Standing Rock Community School Fort Yates 21.0 mi
FORT YATES MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Yates 21.0 mi 6.3
HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK HIGH SCHOOL Hazelton 15.9 mi 8.8
HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hazelton 15.9 mi 6.4
LINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Linton 19.2 mi 9.4
LINTON HIGH SCHOOL Linton 19.2 mi 7.5
PRAIRIE ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 25.3 mi 7.7
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln 26.5 mi 7.7
LITTLE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Anthony 22.0 mi 8.8
APPLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 27.3 mi 7.6
Theodore Jamerson Elementary School Bismarck 27.2 mi 7.1
MENOKEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menoken 29.9 mi 7.1
VICTOR SOLHEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 28.8 mi 7.5
THE INNOVATION SCHOOL Bismarck 29.4 mi 5.4
JEANNETTE MYHRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 29.3 mi 3.9
DOROTHY MOSES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck 29.2 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58528 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$23,750

Median Home Value

$111,100

Median Rent

$452/mo

Population

754

College Educated

6.8%

Homeownership

34.9%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

57.6%

Median Age

25.8

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MT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rolla, ND 6.0
TRINITY ELEMENTARY EAST Dickinson, ND 6.0
MIDKOTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binford, ND 6.1
MUNICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Munich, ND 6.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cannon Ball Elementary School

What grades does Cannon Ball Elementary School serve?

Cannon Ball Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cannon Ball Elementary School?

Cannon Ball Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cannon Ball Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cannon Ball Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cannon Ball Elementary School rank in ND?

Cannon Ball Elementary School ranks #253 of 451 schools in ND.

What is Cannon Ball Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cannon Ball Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Cannon Ball Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cannon Ball Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cannon Ball Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cannon Ball Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cannon Ball Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cannon Ball Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cannon Ball Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Cannon Ball 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Sioux County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.3%

District

SOLEN 3
District Enrollment
214
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,673
District Rank
#1 of 2

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