Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aurora Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Aurora Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#175 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
10%
5%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Elementary School's ranking?
Aurora Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Aurora Elementary School often compared to?
Aurora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School, Brooks Harbor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
536 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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