Best Schools in Turtle Lake, North Dakota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Turtle Lake-mercer High School
High · Turtle Lake-mercer 72. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Turtle Lake-mercer Elementary School
Elementary · Turtle Lake-mercer 72. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$170,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$170,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Turtle Lake
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 | Turtle Lake-mercer High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Turtle Lake-mercer Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $78,618
- Median home value
- $170,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Turtle Lake compares
Median household income
$79k
101% of North Dakota median
About Schools in Turtle Lake, North Dakota
Turtle Lake, 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 7.9 out of 10, schools in Turtle Lake 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 Turtle Lake is Turtle Lake-mercer High School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Turtle Lake is served by 1 school district: TURTLE LAKE-MERCER 72. These districts collectively serve 192 students.
Turtle Lake's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,618. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
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 | 106 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 84 students · 7th–12th | 8.0 |
Schools in Turtle Lake
Turtle Lake, North Dakota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,618
Median Home Value
$170,400
Median Rent
$779/mo
Population
904
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
Turtle Lake has a median household income of $78,618. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,400, with a median rent of $779/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. 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
Other Major Cities in North Dakota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Turtle Lake, North Dakota
How many schools are in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
Turtle Lake has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Turtle Lake is 7.9 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 Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Turtle Lake on MySchoolScout is Turtle Lake-mercer High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Turtle Lake on MySchoolScout is Turtle Lake-mercer Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Turtle Lake on MySchoolScout is Turtle Lake-mercer High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
Turtle Lake is served by 1 school district: Turtle Lake-mercer 72.
What is the education level in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Turtle Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
The median household income in Turtle Lake is approximately $78,618 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Turtle Lake, North Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Turtle Lake is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Turtle Lake, 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.