Best Nelson County Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 280 students in Nelson County, ND.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Nelson County, ND are Dakota Prairie Elementary School and Lakota Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nelson County, ND public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Nelson County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best Nelson County Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota Prairie Elementary School
Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
101 Nyhus Ave
Mcville, ND 58254
(701) 322-4771
Grades: PK-6
| 174 students
Rank: #22.
Lakota Elementary School
Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
316 E Ave East
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2955
Grades: PK-6
| 106 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Nelson County, ND?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Nelson County, ND include Dakota Prairie Elementary School and Lakota Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Nelson County, ND?
2 public elementary schools are located in Nelson County, ND.
What is the racial composition of students in Nelson County, ND?
Nelson County, ND public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

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