For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 189 students in Underwood, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Underwood, ND are Underwood Elementary School and Underwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Underwood, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Underwood have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Underwood, ND (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
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 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Underwood, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Underwood, ND include Underwood Elementary School and Underwood High School.
How many public schools are located in Underwood?
2 public schools are located in Underwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Underwood?
Underwood public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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