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Best Schools in Gwinner, North Dakota

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Gwinner by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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North Sargent High School

8.7/10

High · North Sargent 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

North Sargent Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary · North Sargent 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.1

out of 10

Median Home

$179,200

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Gwinner

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 North Sargent High School 8.7 / 10
2 North Sargent Elementary School 3.6 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$71,094

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$179,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
62%

Of occupied housing units

How Gwinner compares

Median household income

$71k

92% of North Dakota median

About Schools in Gwinner, North Dakota

Gwinner, 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 6.1 out of 10, schools in Gwinner show moderate performance 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 Gwinner is North Sargent High School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Gwinner is served by 1 school district: NORTH SARGENT 3. These districts collectively serve 193 students.

Gwinner's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,094. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 58040 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 127 students · Pre-K–8th 3.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 63 students · 9th–12th 8.7

Schools in Gwinner

Gwinner, North Dakota · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$71,094

Median Home Value

$179,200

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

1,041

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

62%

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Community Profile

Gwinner has a median household income of $71,094. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,200, with a median rent of $905/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Elementary
1
High
1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Gwinner, North Dakota

How many schools are in Gwinner, North Dakota?

Gwinner has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Gwinner, North Dakota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gwinner is 6.1 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 Gwinner, North Dakota?

The top-ranked school in Gwinner on MySchoolScout is North Sargent High School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Gwinner, North Dakota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Gwinner on MySchoolScout is North Sargent Elementary School with a composite score of 3.6/10.

What is the best high school in Gwinner, North Dakota?

The top-ranked high school in Gwinner on MySchoolScout is North Sargent High School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Gwinner, North Dakota?

Gwinner is served by 1 school district: North Sargent 3.

What is the education level in Gwinner, North Dakota?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Gwinner have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Gwinner, North Dakota?

The median household income in Gwinner is approximately $71,094 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Gwinner, North Dakota?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gwinner is 7.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gwinner, 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.