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Wheatland Colony School
Elementary School · MAPLE VALLEY 4
3361 134th Ave SE, Tower City, ND 58071
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Wheatland Colony School
Wheatland Colony School is a public elementary school in Tower City, ND, part of the MAPLE VALLEY 4. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $106,667, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 10 students, Wheatland Colony 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.
Located in a rural area, Wheatland Colony 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 3361 134th Ave SE, Tower City, ND 58071
- Website
- maple-valley.k12.nd.us
- Phone
- (701) 749-5310
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022).
Location
3361 134th Ave SE, Tower City, ND 58071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wheatland Colony School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ENDERLIN AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Enderlin). Another option is CENTRAL CASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Casselton). Additionally, MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Tower City, see our Tower City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 35.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Tower City | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tower City | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HOPE PAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Page | 16.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ENDERLIN AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Enderlin | 21.2 mi | 8.9 |
| ENDERLIN AREA HIGH SCHOOL Enderlin | 21.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GRANT COLONY SCHOOL Enderlin | 22.1 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 16.3 mi | 7.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 16.5 mi | 7.5 |
| VALLEY CITY HIGH SCHOOL Valley City | 16.5 mi | 3.6 |
| VALLEY CITY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Valley City | 16.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 17.0 mi | 6.5 |
| HOPE PAGE HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 27.3 mi | 8.8 |
| CENTRAL CASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselton | 21.1 mi | 8.0 |
| CENTRAL CASS HIGH SCHOOL Casselton | 21.1 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL CASS MIDDLE SCHOOL Casselton | 21.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LISBON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lisbon | 33.5 mi | 8.4 |
| LISBON HIGH SCHOOL Lisbon | 33.5 mi | 7.3 |
| LISBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lisbon | 33.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FORT RANSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ransom | 30.8 mi | — |
| SPRUCE LANE COLONY SCHOOL Blanchard | 35.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,667
Median Home Value
$192,400
Median Rent
$578/mo
Population
482
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
46.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wheatland Colony School has a median household income of $106,667. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $192,400, with a median rent of $578/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI CENTER Fargo, ND | — |
| EDMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edmore, ND | — |
| GRANT COLONY SCHOOL Enderlin, ND | — |
| HORSE CREEK SCHOOL Cartwright, ND | — |
| INVITATION HILL ADVENTIST SCHOOL Dickinson, ND | — |
| MARMARTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmarth, ND | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wheatland Colony School
What grades does Wheatland Colony School serve?
Wheatland Colony School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wheatland Colony School?
Wheatland Colony School has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheatland Colony School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wheatland Colony School is 10:1. 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 Wheatland Colony School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wheatland Colony School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Wheatland Colony School a charter school?
No, Wheatland Colony School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wheatland Colony School a Title I school?
No, Wheatland Colony School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wheatland Colony School?
70.0% of students at Wheatland Colony 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
- County Safety
- Low (88/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cass County
- Phone
- (701) 749-5310
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MAPLE VALLEY 4- District Enrollment
- 244
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,744
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