For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 196 students in Fessenden, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Fessenden, ND are Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School and Fessenden-bowdon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fessenden, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Fessenden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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 Fessenden, ND (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 2nd St N
Fessenden, ND 58438
(701) 547-3296
Fessenden, ND 58438
(701) 547-3296
Gr: PK-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Fessenden-bowdon High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 2nd St N
Fessenden, ND 58438
(701) 547-3296
Fessenden, ND 58438
(701) 547-3296
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Fessenden, North Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 67
Fessenden, ND 58438
(701) 547-3296
Fessenden, ND 58438
(701) 547-3296
Gr: 6-8 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fessenden, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Fessenden, ND include Fessenden-bowdon Elementary School and Fessenden-bowdon High School.
How many public schools are located in Fessenden?
2 public schools are located in Fessenden.
What is the racial composition of students in Fessenden?
Fessenden public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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