For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 1,965 students in Mclean County, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Mclean County, ND are Bob Callies Elementary School, White Shield High School and Wilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mclean County, 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 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Mclean County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mclean County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bob Callies Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 2nd Ave Ne
Garrison, ND 58540
(701) 463-2213
Garrison, ND 58540
(701) 463-2213
Gr: PK-6 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
White Shield High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Warrior St
Roseglen, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
Roseglen, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Wilton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
504 Dakota Ave
Wilton, ND 58579
(701) 734-6331
Wilton, ND 58579
(701) 734-6331
Gr: PK-5 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Washburn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
713 7th Street
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Gr: PK-6 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Wilton High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
504 Dakota Ave
Wilton, ND 58579
(701) 734-6331
Wilton, ND 58579
(701) 734-6331
Gr: 6-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Garrison High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
51 5th Ave Ne
Garrison, ND 58540
(701) 463-2818
Garrison, ND 58540
(701) 463-2818
Gr: 7-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Turtle Lake-mercer High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 3rd Ave W
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
(701) 448-2365
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
(701) 448-2365
Gr: 7-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Turtle Lake-mercer Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 3rd Ave W
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
(701) 448-2365
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
(701) 448-2365
Gr: PK-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Washburn High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
713 7th Street
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Gr: 7-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #1010.
Max Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Highway 83 Nw
Max, ND 58759
(701) 679-2685
Max, ND 58759
(701) 679-2685
Gr: PK-6 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #1111.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
123 Summit St
Underwood, ND 58576
(701) 442-3201
Underwood, ND 58576
(701) 442-3201
Gr: PK-6 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #1212.
Max High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2855 Highway 83 Nw
Max, ND 58759
(701) 679-2685
Max, ND 58759
(701) 679-2685
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #1313.
Underwood High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
123 Summit St
Underwood, ND 58576
(701) 442-3201
Underwood, ND 58576
(701) 442-3201
Gr: 7-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1414.
White Shield Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Warrior St
Roseglen, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
Roseglen, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
Gr: K-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
2 2nd Ave. West
Roseglen, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
Roseglen, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
Gr: K-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mclean County, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Mclean County, ND include Bob Callies Elementary School, White Shield High School and Wilton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mclean County?
15 public schools are located in Mclean County.
What is the racial composition of students in Mclean County?
Mclean County public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mclean County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mclean County include: Bob Callies Elementary School vs. Max Elementary School, Max Elementary School vs. Bob Callies Elementary School, Turtle Lake-mercer High School vs. Underwood High School
Recent Articles
Back-to-School Tech & Online Learning Readiness Checklist
A 2026 guide to back-to-school tech & online learning readiness, helping families prepare devices, connectivity, skills, and safety.
How Public Schools Prepare for College in High School
Learn how public schools prepare for college and what parents should look for as students begin high school. Updated for 2026.
School Choice in 2026: What Parents Must Know
Explore how school choice is reshaping U.S. education in 2026, with updated trends, enrollment data, costs, policies, and practical guidance for parents.
