Best 58639 North Dakota Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 294 students in 58639, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in 58639, ND are Hettinger Elementary School and Hettinger High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58639 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58639, ND have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best 58639, ND Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hettinger Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
209 S 8th St
Hettinger, ND 58639
(701) 567-5315
Gr: PK-6 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Hettinger High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
209 S 8th St
Hettinger, ND 58639
(701) 567-5315
Gr: 7-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 58639, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58639, ND include Hettinger Elementary School and Hettinger High School.
How many public schools are located in 58639?
2 public schools are located in 58639.
What is the racial composition of students in 58639?
58639 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

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