Best Schools in Buxton, North Dakota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Buxton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Central Valley Elementary School
Elementary · Central Valley 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Central Valley High School
High · Central Valley 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$245,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$245,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buxton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Valley Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Central Valley High School | 7.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.3/10
- Median household income
- $83,750
- Median home value
- $245,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Buxton compares
Median household income
$84k
108% of North Dakota median
About Schools in Buxton, North Dakota
Buxton, North Dakota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Buxton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Buxton is Central Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buxton is served by 1 school district: CENTRAL VALLEY 3. These districts collectively serve 213 students.
Buxton's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,750. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 123 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · 7th–12th | 7.9 |
Schools in Buxton
Buxton, North Dakota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,750
Median Home Value
$245,000
Median Rent
$684/mo
Population
819
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Buxton has a median household income of $83,750. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $245,000, with a median rent of $684/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Buxton, North Dakota
How many schools are in Buxton, North Dakota?
Buxton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buxton, North Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buxton is 8.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Buxton, North Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Buxton on MySchoolScout is Central Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buxton, North Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buxton on MySchoolScout is Central Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best high school in Buxton, North Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Buxton on MySchoolScout is Central Valley High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Buxton, North Dakota?
Buxton is served by 1 school district: Central Valley 3.
What is the education level in Buxton, North Dakota?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Buxton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buxton, North Dakota?
The median household income in Buxton is approximately $83,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buxton, North Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buxton is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buxton, North Dakota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.