For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 138 students in 58653, ND.
The top ranked public schools in 58653, ND are Scranton Elementary School and Scranton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58653 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58653, ND have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58653, ND Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scranton Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1st And Fries
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Grades: PK-6
| 75 students
Rank: #22.
Scranton High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1st And Fries
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Grades: 7-12
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 58653, ND?
The top ranked public schools in 58653, ND include Scranton Elementary School and Scranton High School.
How many public schools are located in 58653?
2 public schools are located in 58653.
What is the racial composition of students in 58653?
58653 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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