Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Larimore Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- 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 213 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larimore Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larimore Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 461 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larimore Elementary School's ranking?
Larimore Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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?
213 students attend Larimore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Larimore Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larimore Elementary School?
Larimore Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Larimore Elementary School offer ?
Larimore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Larimore Elementary School part of?
Larimore Elementary School is part of Larimore 44 School District.
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