Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Linton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Linton Elementary School's student population of 172 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Linton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linton Elementary School is 0.12, which is less 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
#6 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linton Elementary School's ranking?
Linton Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Linton Elementary School?
172 students attend Linton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Linton Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linton Elementary School?
Linton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Linton Elementary School offer ?
Linton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linton Elementary School part of?
Linton Elementary School is part of Linton 36 School District.
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