Bottineau 1

The Bottineau 1 school district in North Dakota is home to two schools: Bottineau Elementary School and Bottineau Junior-Senior High School. While Bottineau Elementary consistently ranks among the top 10 elementary schools in the state, the junior-senior high school has had a more mixed performance history.

Bottineau Elementary School stands out as a high-performing institution, maintaining a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and outperforming the district and state averages in both math and reading proficiency. In contrast, Bottineau Junior-Senior High School has seen its rankings fluctuate, ranging from 46th out of 52 high schools to 75th out of 108. The high school also has a lower 4-year graduation rate and a higher dropout rate compared to the elementary school.

Across both schools, attendance and chronic absenteeism appear to be areas of concern, with both schools reporting higher rates than the state average. Additionally, the significant difference in spending per student between the elementary and high school levels may warrant further investigation to understand the impact on educational experiences and outcomes. Overall, the data suggests that while Bottineau Elementary School is a standout performer, the Bottineau Junior-Senior High School could benefit from targeted interventions and resource allocation to improve its academic and student engagement metrics.