Pierce County Schools & Education
Pierce County, North Dakota
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
74/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,876
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,385
School Score
74/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#3
of 53 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Pierce County
Measured School Summary
Pierce County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 74/100 and a graduation rate of 95.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
At $7,876 per pupil, Pierce County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 37% above the North Dakota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 10.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 16% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Pierce County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
2 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
74/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #3 of 53 North Dakota counties with school score data.
Completion
95.0%
10.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,876
$1,509 below the state average
School coverage
2
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Pierce County has 2 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Pierce County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Pierce County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#3
of 53 North Dakota counties with school score data. The county score is 20 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
RUGBY 5
Elementary and high visible
607 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
RUGBY 5 is the largest listed district slice, with 2 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Pierce County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Pierce County, North Dakota
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Rugby's Centralized Education Hub
Pierce County utilizes a centralized school model with two public schools housed in a single district. These facilities serve 607 students, providing a streamlined path from elementary through high school graduation.
Exceptional Graduation Rates with Efficient Spending
The county boasts a stellar 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the state average of 84.8% and the national 87% mark. This high performance is achieved with a lean per-pupil expenditure of $7,876, well below the national median of $13,000.
A Town-Centered School Experience
Unlike many neighboring counties, Pierce County schools are located in a town setting, offering an average enrollment of 304 students. Rugby Ely Elementary is the largest with 310 students, while Rugby High School follows closely with 297 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
2
in Pierce County
Reported Enrollment
607
2 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Pierce County
RUGBY 5
2 Public Schools in Pierce County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 2 of 2 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUGBY ELY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | RUGBY 5 | Rugby, 58368Town: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 310 |
| RUGBY HIGH SCHOOL | Record | RUGBY 5 | Rugby, 58368Town: Remote | 7–12 | High | 297 |
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,876
State avg $9,385
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Schools in Pierce County, North Dakota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Pierce County, North Dakota?
Pierce County utilizes a centralized school model with two public schools housed in a single district. These facilities serve 607 students, providing a streamlined path from elementary through high school graduation.
How do schools in Pierce County perform academically?
The county boasts a stellar 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the state average of 84.8% and the national 87% mark. This high performance is achieved with a lean per-pupil expenditure of $7,876, well below the national median of $13,000.
What is the school experience like in Pierce County?
Unlike many neighboring counties, Pierce County schools are located in a town setting, offering an average enrollment of 304 students. Rugby Ely Elementary is the largest with 310 students, while Rugby High School follows closely with 297 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.