For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 205 students in Lakota, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Lakota, ND are Lakota High School and Lakota Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakota, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Lakota have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lakota, ND (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakota High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Main St N
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2992
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2992
Gr: 7-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Lakota Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
316 E Ave East
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2955
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2955
Gr: PK-6 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lakota, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Lakota, ND include Lakota High School and Lakota Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lakota?
2 public schools are located in Lakota.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakota?
Lakota public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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