Elk Ridge Elementary School serves 516 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 1% in ND)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Ridge Elementary School's student population of 516 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elk Ridge Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elk Ridge Elementary School?
516 students attend Elk Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Elk Ridge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Ridge Elementary School?
Elk Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elk Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Elk Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elk Ridge Elementary School part of?
Elk Ridge Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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