For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 213 students in Buxton, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Buxton, ND are Central Valley Elementary School and Central Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buxton, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Buxton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Buxton, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Valley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1556 Highway 81 Ne
Buxton, ND 58218
(701) 847-2220
Buxton, ND 58218
(701) 847-2220
Gr: PK-6 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Central Valley High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1556 Highway 81 Ne
Buxton, ND 58218
(701) 847-2220
Buxton, ND 58218
(701) 847-2220
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Buxton, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Buxton, ND include Central Valley Elementary School and Central Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Buxton?
2 public schools are located in Buxton.
What is the racial composition of students in Buxton?
Buxton public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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