Below Average
#385 of 451 schools in ND
Based on limited data
Garden Valley Elementary School
Elementary School · WILLISTON BASIN 7
PO Box 1407, Williston, ND 58802
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ND statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#385 of 451
In Williston
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
WILLISTON BASIN 7
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About Garden Valley Elementary School
Garden Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Williston, ND, part of WILLISTON BASIN 7. Garden Valley Elementary School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 451 schools in ND.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.5
- ND avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Garden Valley 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.
Garden Valley 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.
47% of students at Garden Valley Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Garden Valley Elementary School Compares
See how Garden Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1407, Williston, ND 58802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRENORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Grenora), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EIGHT MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Williston, see our Williston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 37.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MISSOURI RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 5.6 mi | 3.2 |
| WILLISTON TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williston | 8.2 mi | 8.6 |
| HAGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 8.1 mi | 3.3 |
| DEL EASTON ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Williston | 8.4 mi | — |
| WILLISTON HIGH SCHOOL Williston | 8.0 mi | 2.6 |
| WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 8.8 mi | 4.4 |
| RICKARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 8.9 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL Williston | 9.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MCVAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 9.5 mi | 1.8 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| EIGHT MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton | 17.8 mi | 5.9 |
| EIGHT MILE HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 17.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander | 30.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ALEXANDER HIGH SCHOOL Alexander | 30.6 mi | 5.1 |
| RAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ray | 21.1 mi | 5.0 |
| RAY HIGH SCHOOL Ray | 21.1 mi | 5.6 |
| GRENORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grenora | 27.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GRENORA HIGH SCHOOL Grenora | 27.3 mi | 8.0 |
| WATFORD CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Watford City | 36.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BADLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watford City | 37.2 mi | 3.7 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GLENBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenburn, ND | 4.3 |
| MILNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milnor, ND | 4.3 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot, ND | 4.3 |
| WESTHOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westhope, ND | 4.3 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND | 4.2 |
| HETTINGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hettinger, ND | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Valley Elementary School
What grades does Garden Valley Elementary School serve?
Garden Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Garden Valley Elementary School?
Garden Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Valley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Valley Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Valley Elementary School rank in ND?
Garden Valley Elementary School ranks #385 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Garden Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Garden Valley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Garden Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Valley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Garden Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Valley Elementary School?
31.3% of students at Garden Valley 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 131
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Williams County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (701) 826-4261
Resources & Links
District
WILLISTON BASIN 7- District Enrollment
- 5,235
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,031
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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