Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Larimore Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larimore Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Larimore school district, covering approximately 336.4 square miles around the city of Larimore, ND. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larimore 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
Larimore Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Larimore 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 Larimore Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#13 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
83%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Larimore Elementary School's ranking?
Larimore Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Larimore Elementary School?
212 students attend Larimore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Larimore Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larimore Elementary School?
Larimore Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Larimore Elementary School offer ?
Larimore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larimore Elementary School part of?
Larimore Elementary School is part of Larimore 44 School District.
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