Best 58261 North Dakota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 296 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 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best 58261, ND Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Minto High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
200 4th St
Minto, ND 58261
(701) 248-3479
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Minto Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
200 4th St
Minto, ND 58261
(701) 248-3479
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

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 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

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