Best Nelson County Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 472 students in Nelson County, ND.

The top ranked public schools in Nelson County, ND are Dakota Prairie Elementary School, Lakota High School and Lakota Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Nelson County, ND public schools have an score of 43% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Nelson County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.

Minority enrollment is 12% 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 Nelson County (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Dakota Prairie Elementary School

(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
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101 Nyhus Ave
Mcville, ND 58254
(701) 322-4771

Gr: PK-6 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Rank: #22.

Lakota High School

(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
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500 Main St N
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2992

Gr: 7-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Rank: #33.

Lakota Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-49%)
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316 E Ave East
Lakota, ND 58344
(701) 247-2955

Gr: PK-6 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Rank: #44.

Dakota Prairie High School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
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518 4th Ave
Petersburg, ND 58272
(701) 345-8233

Gr: 7-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Nelson County, ND?

The top ranked public schools in Nelson County, ND include Dakota Prairie Elementary School, Lakota High School and Lakota Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Nelson County?

4 public schools are located in Nelson County.

What is the racial composition of students in Nelson County?

Nelson County public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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).