Best Nelson County Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 285 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 59% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Nelson County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Nelson County (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota Prairie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
101 Nyhus Ave
Mcville, ND 58254
(701) 322-4771
Grades: PK-6
| 168 students
Rank: #22.
Lakota Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 117 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?
2 public elementary schools are located in Nelson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Nelson County?
Nelson County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

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