Underwood Elementary School

Underwood Elementary School is a regular public school located in the remote rural area of Underwood, North Dakota. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 112 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.3:1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 4.6 out of 10, placing it at number 311 among North Dakota’s 457 schools, which represents the 32nd percentile.

Students perform around average in reading and math tests, with 49% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 44% proficient or above in Math. Underwood Elementary focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for its small community of students. With room for academic growth, the school continues to work diligently to meet the needs of its learners in this rural setting.

The school's location offers a close-knit community feel, where everyone knows each other and contributes to a strong sense of support and camaraderie.

With an enrollment of 112 students, Underwood Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1, Underwood Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Underwood Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.