Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Burke Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lignite, ND, covering approximately 401 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke Central Elementary School's student population of 52 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Burke Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Central Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#279 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Central Elementary School's ranking?
Burke Central Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Burke Central Elementary School?
52 students attend Burke Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burke Central Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Central Elementary School?
Burke Central Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Burke Central Elementary School offer ?
Burke Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke Central Elementary School part of?
Burke Central Elementary School is part of Burke Central 36 School District.
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