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#1 of 451 schools in ND

Top 1% in state

Demores Elementary School

Elementary School · BILLINGS CO 1

PO Box 307, Medora, ND 58645

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

9.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Dakota schools

#1 of 451

In Medora

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

BILLINGS CO 1

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Demores Elementary School

9.8/10

Elementary School in Medora · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Demores Elementary School

Demores Elementary School is a public elementary school in Medora, ND, part of BILLINGS CO 1. Demores Elementary School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Demores Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 451 schools in ND.

Structured state assessment records for Demores Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.2
  • ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Demores 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.

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Demores Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Demores Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,657
Chronic Absenteeism1.7%

Demores Elementary School — Students at Demores Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2017
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2019
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Demores Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.8/10
100th percentile in ND
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.7%

Location

PO Box 307, Medora, ND 58645

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Demores Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 21.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Beach), a more accessible option. Additionally, BELFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Belfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Medora, see our Medora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

6 within 25.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BELFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belfield 15.6 mi 5.1
BELFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Belfield 15.6 mi 5.7
PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medora 21.2 mi 8.5
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beach 22.7 mi 6.9
BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Beach 22.8 mi 6.7
GOLVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Golva 25.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,125

Median Home Value

$347,200

Median Rent

$634/mo

Population

269

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

69.9%

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

65.6

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BURKE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lignite, ND 9.4
MONTPELIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montpelier, ND 9.2
NEWBURG-UNITED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburg, ND 9.2
VALLEY-EDINBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-CRYSTAL Crystal, ND 9.0
FINLEY-SHARON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Finley, ND 8.8
SCRANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton, ND 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Demores Elementary School

What grades does Demores Elementary School serve?

Demores Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Demores Elementary School?

Demores Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Demores Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Demores Elementary School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Demores Elementary School rank in ND?

Demores Elementary School ranks #1 of 451 schools in ND.

What is Demores Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Demores Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 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 Demores Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Demores Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Demores Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Demores Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

6.9% of students at Demores 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Billings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.7%

District

BILLINGS CO 1
District Enrollment
105
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,657
District Rank
#1 of 2

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