For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 190 students in Gwinner, ND.
The top ranked public schools in Gwinner, ND are North Sargent High School and North Sargent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gwinner, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Gwinner have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gwinner, ND (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Sargent High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16 1st St Sw
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
North Sargent Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16 1st St Sw
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gr: PK-8 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gwinner, ND?
The top ranked public schools in Gwinner, ND include North Sargent High School and North Sargent Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gwinner?
2 public schools are located in Gwinner.
What is the racial composition of students in Gwinner?
Gwinner public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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