Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Linton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Linton Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linton Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linton Elementary School's ranking?
Linton Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Linton Elementary School?
162 students attend Linton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Linton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linton Elementary School?
Linton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Linton Elementary School offer ?
Linton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Linton Elementary School part of?
Linton Elementary School is part of Linton 36 School District.
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