Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Wilkinson 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 25-29% (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 equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilkinson Elementary School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#386 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
6%
5%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilkinson Elementary School is ranked #386 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?
25-29% 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 Wilkinson Elementary School?
310 students attend Wilkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wilkinson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkinson Elementary School?
Wilkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wilkinson Elementary School offer ?
Wilkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Wilkinson Elementary School part of?
Wilkinson Elementary School is part of Williston Basin 7 School District.
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