For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 89 students in Lignite, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Lignite, ND are Burke Central High School and Burke Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lignite, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Lignite have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lignite, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burke Central High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 4th Avenue W
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Burke Central Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 4th Avenue W
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Gr: PK-6 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lignite, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Lignite, ND include Burke Central High School and Burke Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lignite?
2 public schools are located in Lignite.
What is the racial composition of students in Lignite?
Lignite public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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