Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Langdon Area Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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-6
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Langdon Area Elementary School's student population of 259 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Empower every child, every chance, every day.
School Rankings
Langdon Area Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langdon Area Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#161 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
87%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langdon Area Elementary School's ranking?
Langdon Area Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Langdon Area Elementary School?
259 students attend Langdon Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Langdon Area Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langdon Area Elementary School?
Langdon Area Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Langdon Area Elementary School offer ?
Langdon Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Langdon Area Elementary School part of?
Langdon Area Elementary School is part of Langdon Area 23 School District.
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