Ward County Schools & Education
Ward County, North Dakota
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
52/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
85.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
85.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,065
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,385
School Score
52/100
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
#28
of 53 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Ward County
School Verdict
Ward County performs at an average level with a school score of 52/100 and a solid graduation rate of 85.1%.
Funding Context
Ward County spends $9,065 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 Ward County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 4% below the North Dakota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Ward County, North Dakota
The Educational Hub of the Region
Ward County features a robust education system with 10,528 students and 36 public schools. This extensive infrastructure includes 21 elementary schools and 10 high schools spread across eight school districts.
Strong Scores and Consistent Investment
The county earns a 55.4 school score, outperforming the state average of 54.8. Investment is high with per-pupil spending at $9,065, supporting an 85.1% graduation rate that aligns with state benchmarks.
Minot 1 Manages the Largest Enrollment
The Minot 1 district is a major provider, overseeing 22 schools and 7,700 students. There are no charter schools in Ward County, making the Minot public system the primary educational driver for the area.
Substantial Schools in Town and Country
The county offers a diverse mix of 20 town schools and 16 rural campuses, with an average school size of 301 students. Central Campus School is the largest facility with 1,085 students, offering a scale rarely found elsewhere in the state.
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Families seeking variety in school size and locale will find Ward County’s real estate market highly attractive. Explore homes in Minot for a town feel or the surrounding areas for a more rural educational experience.
School Overview
Total Schools
36
in Ward County
Total Enrollment
10,528
students
School Districts
8
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
8 School Districts in Ward County
MINOT 1
UNITED 7
NEDROSE 4
SOUTH PRAIRIE 70
SURREY 41
LEWIS AND CLARK 161
KENMARE 28
SAWYER 16
36 Public Schools in Ward County
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,065
State avg $9,385
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Ward County, North Dakota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Ward County, North Dakota?
Ward County features a robust education system with 10,528 students and 36 public schools. This extensive infrastructure includes 21 elementary schools and 10 high schools spread across eight school districts.
How do schools in Ward County perform academically?
The county earns a 55.4 school score, outperforming the state average of 54.8. Investment is high with per-pupil spending at $9,065, supporting an 85.1% graduation rate that aligns with state benchmarks.
What are the major school districts in Ward County, North Dakota?
The Minot 1 district is a major provider, overseeing 22 schools and 7,700 students. There are no charter schools in Ward County, making the Minot public system the primary educational driver for the area.
What is the school experience like in Ward County?
The county offers a diverse mix of 20 town schools and 16 rural campuses, with an average school size of 301 students. Central Campus School is the largest facility with 1,085 students, offering a scale rarely found elsewhere in the state.
How can I find homes near good schools in Ward County, North Dakota?
Families seeking variety in school size and locale will find Ward County’s real estate market highly attractive. Explore homes in Minot for a town feel or the surrounding areas for a more rural educational experience.
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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.