Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, L E Berger Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L E Berger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
L E Berger Elementary School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Burgundy and Gold
Campus Size
17 acres
School Rankings
L E Berger 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 L E Berger Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#365 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
14%
5%
White
60%
70%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Berger Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L E Berger Elementary School's ranking?
L E Berger Elementary School is ranked #365 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend L E Berger Elementary School?
360 students attend L E Berger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of L E Berger Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L E Berger Elementary School?
L E Berger Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does L E Berger Elementary School offer ?
L E Berger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L E Berger Elementary School part of?
L E Berger Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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