Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
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 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Burlington-Des Lacs Elementary School's attendance zone spans the entire Burlington school district, covering approximately 315.4 square miles in Burlington, ND. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School's student population of 415 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering 21st century learners in a safe and respectful learning environment with reflection, technology, and collaboration.
School Rankings
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#73 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
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)6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School's ranking?
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School?
415 students attend Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School?
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School offer ?
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School part of?
Burlington-des Lacs Elementary School is part of United 7 School District.
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