For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 519 students in Hunter, ND.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hunter, ND are Northern Cass Middle School and Northern Cass Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hunter, ND public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hunter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 32% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hunter, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Cass Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16021 18th St Se
Hunter, ND 58048
(701) 874-2322
Hunter, ND 58048
(701) 874-2322
Gr: 6-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Northern Cass Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16021 18th St Se
Hunter, ND 58048
(701) 874-2322
Hunter, ND 58048
(701) 874-2322
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hunter, ND?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hunter, ND include Northern Cass Middle School and Northern Cass Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hunter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hunter.
What is the racial composition of students in Hunter?
Hunter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 32% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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