For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 385 students in Cavalier, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Cavalier, ND are Cavalier High School and Cavalier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cavalier, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Cavalier 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 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cavalier, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cavalier High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 Main St E
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Gr: 6-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Cavalier Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Main St E
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
300 Main Street East
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Gr: K-6 | 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
300 Main Street East
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Cavalier, ND 58220
(701) 265-8417
Gr: 7-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cavalier, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Cavalier, ND include Cavalier High School and Cavalier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cavalier?
4 public schools are located in Cavalier.
What is the racial composition of students in Cavalier?
Cavalier public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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