For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 145 students in 58271, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in 58271, ND are North Border-pembina Elementary School and North Border-pembina High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58271 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58271, ND have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58271, ND Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Border-pembina Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
155 S 3rd St
Pembina, ND 58271
(701) 825-6261
Pembina, ND 58271
(701) 825-6261
Gr: PK-8 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
North Border-pembina High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 S 3rd St
Pembina, ND 58271
(701) 825-6261
Pembina, ND 58271
(701) 825-6261
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 58271, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58271, ND include North Border-pembina Elementary School and North Border-pembina High School.
How many public schools are located in 58271?
2 public schools are located in 58271.
What is the racial composition of students in 58271?
58271 public schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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