Best 58270 North Dakota Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 475 students in 58270, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in 58270, ND are Park River Area Elementary School and Park River Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58270 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58270, ND have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best 58270, ND Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park River Area Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
704 5th St W
Park River, ND 58270
(701) 284-7164
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Park River Area High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
704 5th St W
Park River, ND 58270
(701) 284-7164
Gr: 7-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 58270, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58270, ND include Park River Area Elementary School and Park River Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 58270?
2 public schools are located in 58270.
What is the racial composition of students in 58270?
58270 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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