For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 480 students in 58474, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in 58474, ND are Oakes Elementary School and Oakes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58474 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58474, ND have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58474, ND Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
804 Main Ave
Oakes, ND 58474
(701) 742-3234
Oakes, ND 58474
(701) 742-3234
Gr: PK-6 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Oakes High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
804 Main Ave
Oakes, ND 58474
(701) 742-3234
Oakes, ND 58474
(701) 742-3234
Gr: 7-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
58474, North Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Southeast Area Career & Technical Center (Closed 2007)
Vocational School
924 S 7th St
Oakes, ND 58474
(701) 742-3248
Oakes, ND 58474
(701) 742-3248
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 58474, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58474, ND include Oakes Elementary School and Oakes High School.
How many public schools are located in 58474?
2 public schools are located in 58474.
What is the racial composition of students in 58474?
58474 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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