For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 312 students in 58261, ND.
The top ranked public schools in 58261, ND are Minto High School and Minto Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58261 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58261, ND have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58261, ND Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Minto High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 4th St
Minto, ND 58261
(701) 248-3479
Minto, ND 58261
(701) 248-3479
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Rank: #22.
Minto Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 4th St
Minto, ND 58261
(701) 248-3479
Minto, ND 58261
(701) 248-3479
Grades: PK-8
| 223 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 58261, ND?
The top ranked public schools in 58261, ND include Minto High School and Minto Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 58261?
2 public schools are located in 58261.
What is the racial composition of students in 58261?
58261 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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