For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 376 students in Washburn, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Washburn, ND are Washburn Elementary School and Washburn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washburn, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Washburn have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Washburn, ND (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washburn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
713 7th Street
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Gr: PK-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Washburn High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
713 7th Street
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Washburn, ND 58577
(701) 462-3221
Gr: 7-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Washburn, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Washburn, ND include Washburn Elementary School and Washburn High School.
How many public schools are located in Washburn?
2 public schools are located in Washburn.
What is the racial composition of students in Washburn?
Washburn public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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