publicelementaryPK-5

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School

3000 Cherry St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, United States

+1 (701) 746-2265

http://www.gfschools.org

6.4

Overall Rating

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J Nelson Kelly Elementary School Overview

About This School

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is a public elementary in Grand Forks, North Dakota, serving 482 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 64% in ELA and 63% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 37 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $76,953. The student body at J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is 54% male and 46% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 83% White, 5% Hispanic, 5% Two or More Races, 3% Black, and 1% Asian.

482

Total Students

PK-5

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

37 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts64%

Mathematics63%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Grand Forks County

Students per Counselor

964:1

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

64%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 44%State Avg: 44%

63%

Mathematics

City Avg: 37%State Avg: 40%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 10.4:1

State Avg: 12.9:1

964

Students per Counselor

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$76,953

City Avg: $76,953

State Avg: $69,818

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor964:1

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.53%

Male

46.47%

Female

Total Enrollment: 482 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White83.4%

Hispanic5.39%

Asian1.45%

Black3.11%

Two or More Races5.39%

Native American1.04%

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About J Nelson Kelly Elementary School

Q: What is J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?

A: J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is a elementary public located in Grand Forks.

Q: How many students attend J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?

A: J Nelson Kelly Elementary School has approximately 482 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about J Nelson Kelly Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About J Nelson Kelly Elementary School - Grand Forks, ND

Quick Facts about J Nelson Kelly Elementary School
School Name	J Nelson Kelly Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	3000 Cherry St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, Grand Forks, ND
County	Grand Forks County
Phone	+1 (701) 746-2265
Total Students	482
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	37
Rating	6.4/10
ELA Proficiency	64%
Math Proficiency	63%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about J Nelson Kelly Elementary School

What is J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is a elementary public located in Grand Forks.

How many students attend J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?

J Nelson Kelly Elementary School has approximately 482 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J Nelson Kelly Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at J Nelson Kelly Elementary School is 12:1.

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