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Horse Creek School
Elementary School · HORSE CREEK 32
1812 Horse Creek Rd, Cartwright, ND 58838
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Horse Creek School
Elementary School in Cartwright · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Horse Creek School
Horse Creek School is a public elementary school in Cartwright, ND, part of HORSE CREEK 32. Horse Creek School serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8:1 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 Horse Creek School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 8 students, Horse Creek 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 8:1 students to teachers, Horse Creek School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Horse Creek 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 1812 Horse Creek Rd, Cartwright, ND 58838
- Phone
- (701) 828-3080
- 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 6 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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.
Location
1812 Horse Creek Rd, Cartwright, ND 58838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horse Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Fairview). Another option is West Side Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Sidney). Additionally, Rau School (rated 8.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Sidney). For more schools in Cartwright, see our Cartwright schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview | 13.3 mi | 9.6 |
| YELLOWSTONE VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fairview | 13.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Fairview School Fairview | 13.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairview 6-8 Fairview | 13.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Fairview High School Fairview | 13.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Rau School Sidney | 11.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Central Elementary Sidney | 11.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Sidney High School Sidney | 11.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sidney | 12.0 mi | — |
| Sidney Middle School Sidney | 12.0 mi | 5.3 |
| West Side Elementary Sidney | 12.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander | 16.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ALEXANDER HIGH SCHOOL Alexander | 16.4 mi | 5.1 |
| EIGHT MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton | 26.9 mi | 5.9 |
| EIGHT MILE HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 26.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Brorson School Sidney | 19.2 mi | — |
| Savage School Savage | 26.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Savage 7-8 Savage | 26.1 mi | — |
| Savage High School Savage | 26.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 34.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,571
Median Home Value
$250,000
Population
306
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horse Creek School
What grades does Horse Creek School serve?
Horse Creek School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Horse Creek School?
Horse Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horse Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horse Creek School is 8:1. 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 Horse Creek School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horse Creek School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Horse Creek School a charter school?
No, Horse Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horse Creek School a Title I school?
No, Horse Creek School is not currently a Title I school.
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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKenzie County
- Phone
- (701) 828-3080
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