Serving 174 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grimsrud 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 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grimsrud Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grimsrud Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Every Learner to Thrive!
School Rankings
Grimsrud 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 Grimsrud Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
6%
5%
White
59%
71%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
26%
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 Grimsrud Elementary School's ranking?
Grimsrud Elementary School is ranked #256 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Grimsrud Elementary School?
174 students attend Grimsrud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Grimsrud Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grimsrud Elementary School?
Grimsrud Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grimsrud Elementary School offer ?
Grimsrud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grimsrud Elementary School part of?
Grimsrud Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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