Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northridge Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bismarck, ND, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Elementary School is 0.52, which is more 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
#247 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
5%
5%
White
68%
70%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Northridge Elementary School often compared to?
Northridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
410 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Northridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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