For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 89 students in Lignite, ND.
The top ranked public schools in Lignite, ND are Burke Central Elementary School and Burke Central High 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 52% (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 6/10, which is in the top 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Burke Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 4th Avenue W
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Grades: PK-6
| 52 students
Rank: #22.
Burke Central High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 4th Avenue W
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Lignite, ND 58752
(701) 933-2821
Grades: 7-12
| 37 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lignite, ND?
The top ranked public schools in Lignite, ND include Burke Central Elementary School and Burke Central High 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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