For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 387 students in Steele, ND.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Steele, ND are Kidder County Elementary School and Kidder County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Steele, ND public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Steele have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 32% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Steele, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kidder County Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 4th St Se
Steele, ND 58482
(701) 475-2243
Steele, ND 58482
(701) 475-2243
Gr: PK-5 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Kidder County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 4th St Se
Steele, ND 58482
(701) 475-2243
Steele, ND 58482
(701) 475-2243
Gr: 6-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Steele, ND?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Steele, ND include Kidder County Elementary School and Kidder County High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Steele?
2 public elementary schools are located in Steele.
What is the racial composition of students in Steele?
Steele public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 32% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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