Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Nelson Kelly Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#14 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
5%
White
84%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
27%
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 J Nelson Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are J Nelson Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
J Nelson Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Viking Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School, South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?
482 students attend J Nelson Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of J Nelson Kelly Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does J Nelson Kelly Elementary School offer ?
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J Nelson Kelly Elementary School part of?
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is part of Grand Forks 1 School District.
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