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Very Good

#111 of 451 schools in ND

Top 24% in state

Langdon Area Elementary School

Elementary School · LANGDON AREA 23

721 11th Ave, Langdon, ND 58249

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Dakota schools

#111 of 451

In Langdon

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

LANGDON AREA 23

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Langdon Area Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Langdon · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Langdon Area High School

5.7/10

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6.8/10

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About Langdon Area Elementary School

Langdon Area Elementary School is a public elementary school in Langdon, ND, part of LANGDON AREA 23. Langdon Area Elementary School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Langdon Area Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 451 schools in ND.

Structured state assessment records for Langdon Area Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above ND schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Langdon Area Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,870
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Langdon Area Elementary School — Students at Langdon Area Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ND state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Langdon Area Elementary School Compares

See how Langdon Area Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
76th percentile in ND
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

721 11th Ave, Langdon, ND 58249

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Langdon Area Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH BORDER-WALHALLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Walhalla), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MUNICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Munich), a more accessible option. For more schools in Langdon, see our Langdon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 31.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LANGDON AREA HIGH SCHOOL Langdon 0.3 mi 5.7
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Langdon 0.4 mi 6.8
EDMORE HIGH SCHOOL Edmore 24.4 mi
EDMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edmore 24.4 mi
MUNICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Munich 22.0 mi 6.2
MUNICH HIGH SCHOOL Munich 22.0 mi
NORTH BORDER-WALHALLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walhalla 23.6 mi 9.2
NORTH BORDER-WALHALLA HIGH SCHOOL Walhalla 23.6 mi 8.2
STARKWEATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starkweather 31.4 mi
STARKWEATHER HIGH SCHOOL Starkweather 31.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,805

Median Home Value

$145,000

Median Rent

$818/mo

Population

2,363

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

80.2%

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

48.3

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School Rating
KIDDER COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Steele, ND 7.3
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND 7.6
RICHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Abercrombie, ND 7.6
PETER BOE JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, ND 7.2
ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL Williston, ND 7.2
NORTH PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot Afb, ND 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Langdon Area Elementary School

What grades does Langdon Area Elementary School serve?

Langdon Area Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Langdon Area Elementary School?

Langdon Area Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Langdon Area Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Langdon Area Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Langdon Area Elementary School rank in ND?

Langdon Area Elementary School ranks #111 of 451 schools in ND.

What is Langdon Area Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Langdon Area Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Langdon Area Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Langdon Area Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Langdon Area Elementary School a charter school?

No, Langdon Area Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Langdon Area Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Langdon Area Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Langdon Area Elementary School?

20.4% of students at Langdon Area Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Cavalier County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

LANGDON AREA 23
District Enrollment
436
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,870
District Rank
#1 of 2

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