Ramsey County Schools & Education
Ramsey County, North Dakota
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
60/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,914
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,385
School Score
60/100
Higher = better
State avg 54/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#13
of 53 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Ramsey County
School Verdict
Ramsey County performs at an average level with a school score of 60/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.0%.
Funding Context
Ramsey County spends $9,914 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Ramsey County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 11% above the North Dakota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Ramsey County, North Dakota
Education Infrastructure in the Lake Region
Ramsey County supports 1,827 students across 10 public schools and four different districts. The landscape includes a diverse mix of six elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
Competitive Scores and Solid Investment
The county's 87.0% graduation rate matches the national average and sits slightly above the North Dakota state average of 84.8%. Spending is robust at $9,914 per pupil, exceeding the state average by more than $500.
Devils Lake 1 Dominates Enrollment
Devils Lake 1 is the primary district, serving 1,733 students across five schools, including specialized kindergarten and middle school centers. Smaller districts like Edmore 2 and Starkweather 44 provide very intimate settings for fewer than 50 students each.
A Blend of Town and Country
The county features a mix of six town-based schools and four rural schools, with an overall average size of 183 students. Central Middle School is the largest campus with 518 students, while several rural schools offer significantly smaller class sizes.
Find Your Home Near Devils Lake Schools
Ramsey County offers a variety of educational environments, from the larger Devils Lake schools to quiet rural districts. Families move here for the balance of strong academic performance and the region's unique recreational lifestyle.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Ramsey County
Total Enrollment
1,827
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Ramsey County
DEVILS LAKE 1
STARKWEATHER 44
EDMORE 2
ND SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
10 Public Schools in Ramsey County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | DEVILS LAKE 1 | 5–8 | Middle | 518 |
| DEVILS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL | DEVILS LAKE 1 | 9–12 | High | 500 |
| SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | DEVILS LAKE 1 | 1–2 | Primary | 265 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | DEVILS LAKE 1 | 3–4 | Primary | 250 |
| MINNIE H KINDERGARTEN CENTER | DEVILS LAKE 1 | PK–KG | Primary | 200 |
| STARKWEATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | STARKWEATHER 44 | PK–6 | Primary | 25 |
| STARKWEATHER HIGH SCHOOL | STARKWEATHER 44 | 7–12 | High | 24 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF PK-8 | ND SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | PK–8 | Primary | 18 |
| EDMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | EDMORE 2 | PK–8 | Primary | 18 |
| EDMORE HIGH SCHOOL | EDMORE 2 | 9–12 | High | 9 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,914
State avg $9,385
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Ramsey County, North Dakota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Ramsey County, North Dakota?
Ramsey County supports 1,827 students across 10 public schools and four different districts. The landscape includes a diverse mix of six elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
How do schools in Ramsey County perform academically?
The county's 87.0% graduation rate matches the national average and sits slightly above the North Dakota state average of 84.8%. Spending is robust at $9,914 per pupil, exceeding the state average by more than $500.
What are the major school districts in Ramsey County, North Dakota?
Devils Lake 1 is the primary district, serving 1,733 students across five schools, including specialized kindergarten and middle school centers. Smaller districts like Edmore 2 and Starkweather 44 provide very intimate settings for fewer than 50 students each.
What is the school experience like in Ramsey County?
The county features a mix of six town-based schools and four rural schools, with an overall average size of 183 students. Central Middle School is the largest campus with 518 students, while several rural schools offer significantly smaller class sizes.
How can I find homes near good schools in Ramsey County, North Dakota?
Ramsey County offers a variety of educational environments, from the larger Devils Lake schools to quiet rural districts. Families move here for the balance of strong academic performance and the region's unique recreational lifestyle.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.