Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Burke Central Elementary School's student population of 52 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
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 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burke Central Elementary School offer ?
Burke Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-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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