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Fort Ransom Elementary School
Elementary School · FT RANSOM 6
135 Mill Rd, Fort Ransom, ND 58033
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Fort Ransom Elementary School
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About Fort Ransom Elementary School
Fort Ransom Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Ransom, ND, part of FT RANSOM 6. Fort Ransom Elementary School serves approximately 16 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Ransom Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 16 students, Fort Ransom 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Fort Ransom Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fort Ransom 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 135 Mill Rd, Fort Ransom, ND 58033
- Phone
- (701) 973-2591
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ND 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 Mill Rd, Fort Ransom, ND 58033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Ransom Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAMOURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Lamoure). Another option is ST CATHERINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 28.2 miles away, in nearby Valley City). Additionally, OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 27.6 miles away, in nearby Oakes). For more schools in Fort Ransom, see our Fort Ransom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRANT COLONY SCHOOL Enderlin | 11.7 mi | — |
| LISBON HIGH SCHOOL Lisbon | 13.0 mi | 8.5 |
| LISBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lisbon | 13.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LISBON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lisbon | 13.1 mi | 7.6 |
| LITCHVILLE-MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Litchville | 15.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ENDERLIN AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Enderlin | 17.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ENDERLIN AREA HIGH SCHOOL Enderlin | 17.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LAMOURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lamoure | 20.7 mi | 9.1 |
| LAMOURE HIGH SCHOOL Lamoure | 20.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTH SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gwinner | 24.3 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL Gwinner | 24.3 mi | 8.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 27.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LITCHVILLE-MARION HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 19.7 mi | 7.0 |
| VALLEY CITY HIGH SCHOOL Valley City | 28.1 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY CITY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Valley City | 28.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST CATHERINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 28.2 mi | 7.7 |
| OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakes | 27.6 mi | 6.6 |
| OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes | 27.6 mi | 4.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 28.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Tower City | 30.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,375
Median Home Value
$211,400
Median Rent
$348/mo
Population
356
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
83.7%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
49.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EDMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edmore, ND | — |
| GRANT COLONY SCHOOL Enderlin, ND | — |
| INVITATION HILL ADVENTIST SCHOOL Dickinson, ND | — |
| MANDAN K-8 ELEMENTARY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mandan, ND | — |
| MANNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | — |
| MARMARTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmarth, ND | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Ransom Elementary School
What grades does Fort Ransom Elementary School serve?
Fort Ransom Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Fort Ransom Elementary School?
Fort Ransom Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Ransom Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Ransom Elementary School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Fort Ransom Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Ransom Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fort Ransom Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fort Ransom Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Ransom Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fort Ransom Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Ransom Elementary School?
18.8% of students at Fort Ransom 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Ransom County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.2%
- Phone
- (701) 973-2591
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