Missouri Ridge Elementary School

Summary:

Missouri Ridge Middle School is a public middle school located in Williston, North Dakota, serving grades 3-8 with a total enrollment of 381 students. The school is part of the Williston Basin 7 school district, which is ranked 18 out of 21 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Missouri Ridge Middle School has consistently underperformed compared to the state and district averages in both mathematics and reading proficiency on the North Dakota State Assessments (NDSA). In 2022-2023, only 28% of students were proficient or better in mathematics, compared to the state average of 39% and the district average of 28%. In reading, 35% of students were proficient or better, compared to the state average of 44% and the district average of 38%. The school's performance has also been poor relative to other middle schools in the state, ranking 25th out of 27 in 2022-2023 and 27th out of 28 in 2021-2022. Additionally, the school has experienced high rates of chronic absenteeism, with 34% of students chronically absent in 2022-2023, significantly higher than the state average.

In comparison, the nearby Asb Innovation Academy ranked 3rd out of 27 North Dakota middle schools in 2022-2023 and had much higher proficiency rates in both mathematics (45%) and reading (69%). Another nearby school, Williston Middle School, also outperformed Missouri Ridge Middle School in academic metrics, but had similarly high rates of chronic absenteeism (41%) and a higher dropout rate (5%). Bakken Elementary School, which serves grades 5-6 and is also part of the Williston Basin 7 district, had slightly better academic performance than Missouri Ridge Middle School, but still underperformed compared to the state averages.

Detail:

Public K-5

5640 140th Ave NW
Williston, ND 58801

(701) 875-2041

District: Williston Basin 7

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,781

Student/teacher ratio: 11.3

Number of students: 330

Racial breakdown:

White:

68.8%

Hispanic:

18.8%

Two or more races:

6.4%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 27.9%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Missouri Ridge Elementary School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 12.82. (See more...)

Compare Details Missouri Ridge Elementary School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 12.82. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (68.8%), Hispanic (18.8%), two or more races (6.4%). (See more...)

Compare Details 27.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Missouri Ridge Elementary School is 11.3, which is the lowest among 7 elementary schools in the Williston Basin 7 School District! (See more...)

Compare Missouri Ridge Elementary School employs 29 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Missouri Ridge Elementary School is $12,781, which is the 3^rd highest among 0 elementary schools in the Williston Basin 7 School District.

Schooldigger Rankings:

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Rank History for Missouri Ridge Elementary School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Missouri Ridge Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	ND State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	8.53	44^th	47	6.4%
2023	12.82	46^th	48	4.2%

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Rank History for elementary school White students at Missouri Ridge Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	ND State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	1.46	23^rd	23	0.0%
2023	8.15	18^th	18	0.0%

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Data source: test scores: North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Missouri Ridge Elementary School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Missouri Ridge Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	ND State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	8.53	27^th	28	3.6%
2023	12.82	25^th	27	7.4%

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Rank History for middle school White students at Missouri Ridge Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	ND State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	1.46	25^th	25	0.0%
2023	8.15	23^rd	25	8.0%

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Data source: test scores: North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: North Dakota Department of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Missouri Ridge Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2022	278	11	2	44	1	1	25	362
2023	288	7	4	57	3	1	21	381
2024	227	12	3	62	5	0	21	330

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Missouri Ridge Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	362	30.0	12.0	10.5
2023	381	30.0	12.7	26.8
2024	330	29.0	11.3	27.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Missouri Ridge Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	362	30.0	12.0	10.5
2023	381	30.0	12.7	26.8
2024	330	29.0	11.3	27.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Missouri Ridge Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2022	$1,071 (8.4%)	$11,711 (91.6%)	$12,781

Data source: North Dakota Department of Education

Schools Near Missouri Ridge Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Missouri Ridge Elementary School	Public	K-5	5640 140th Ave NW	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(701) 875-2041	330	29	11.3	27.9%	227 (68.8%)	12 (3.6%)	62 (18.8%)	3 (0.9%)	5 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (6.4%)								(n/a)	$12,781	$1,071	$11,711
Hagan Elementary School	Public	K-4	2501 29th St	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(701) 572-4960	460	31	14.8	27.6%	263 (57.2%)	43 (9.3%)	100 (21.7%)	5 (1.1%)	11 (2.4%)	2 (0.4%)	36 (7.8%)								(n/a)	$11,661	$1,071	$10,590
Garden Valley Elementary School	Public	K-3	13565 60th St NW	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(701) 826-4261	131	10	13.1	31.3%	91 (69.5%)	1 (0.8%)	27 (20.6%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (7.6%)								(n/a)	$12,644	$1,071	$11,573
Wilkinson Elementary School	Public	K-4	1200 9th Ave NW	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(701) 572-6532	310	27	11.6	27.1%	211 (68.1%)	19 (6.1%)	44 (14.2%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (2.6%)	2 (0.6%)	26 (8.4%)								(n/a)	$12,060	$1,071	$10,990
Lewis And Clark Elementary School	Public	K-4	704 17th Ave W	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(701) 572-6331	276	24	11.5	16.3%	232 (84.1%)	3 (1.1%)	20 (7.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	1 (0.4%)	19 (6.9%)								(n/a)	$13,632	$1,071	$12,561
Williston Middle School Central Campus Pk	Public	PK	501 14th St W	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(701) 572-5618	36	1	36.0		25 (69.4%)	8 (22.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.8%)	2 (5.6%)								(n/a)
Rickard Elementary School	Public	K-4	1224 1st Ave E	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(701) 572-5412	352	22	16.0	13.6%	255 (72.4%)	5 (1.4%)	53 (15.1%)	2 (0.6%)	11 (3.1%)	2 (0.6%)	24 (6.8%)								(n/a)	$13,245	$1,071	$12,174
McVay Elementary School	Public	K-4	420 University Ave	Williston	58801	Williams County	Williston Basin 7	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(701) 572-9104	431	20	21.5	34.6%	228 (52.9%)	37 (8.6%)	88 (20.4%)	5 (1.2%)	9 (2.1%)	2 (0.5%)	62 (14.4%)								(n/a)	$12,108	$1,071	$11,037
Eight Mile Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-8	203 1st St E	Trenton	58853	Williams County	Eight Mile 6	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(701) 774-8221	224	15	14.5	37.1%	106 (47.3%)	2 (0.9%)	10 (4.5%)	0 (0.0%)	81 (36.2%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (11.2%)								(n/a)	$13,834	$2,112	$11,722

Frequently Asked Questions about Missouri Ridge Elementary School

How many students attend Missouri Ridge Elementary School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 330 students attended Missouri Ridge Elementary School.

What district is Missouri Ridge Elementary School in?

Williston Basin 7

What is the racial makeup of Missouri Ridge Elementary School?

Students at Missouri Ridge Elementary School are 69% White, 19% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races, 4% African American, 2% American Indian.

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