For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 207 students in Forest River, ND.
The top ranked public schools in Forest River, ND are Midway High School and Midway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Forest River, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Forest River have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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 Forest River, ND (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midway High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3202 33rd Ave Ne
Forest River, ND 58233
(701) 869-2432
Forest River, ND 58233
(701) 869-2432
Grades: 9-12
| 52 students
Rank: #22.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3202 33rd Ave Ne
Forest River, ND 58233
(701) 869-2432
Forest River, ND 58233
(701) 869-2432
Grades: PK-8
| 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Forest River, ND?
The top ranked public schools in Forest River, ND include Midway High School and Midway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Forest River?
2 public schools are located in Forest River.
What is the racial composition of students in Forest River?
Forest River public schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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