For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 52 students in Lignite, ND.
The top ranked public elementary school in Lignite, ND is Burke Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lignite, ND public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lignite have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lignite, ND (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Burke Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 4th Avenue W
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Grades: PK-6
| 52 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Lignite, ND?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lignite, ND include Burke Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lignite?
1 public elementary schools are located in Lignite.
What is the racial composition of students in Lignite?
Lignite public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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