Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (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 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 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 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
5%
5%
White
68%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 #204 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Northridge Elementary School often compared to?
Northridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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?
425 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Northridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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