Serving 377 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 45% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aurora Elementary School serves the southwest area of West Fargo, ND, covering approximately 12.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.6 miles away.
- 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 377 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
72%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #147 out of 449 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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
377 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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