For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 201 students in Plaza, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Plaza, ND are North Shore Plaza Elementary School and North Shore Plaza High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plaza, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Plaza have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Plaza, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Shore Plaza Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 Covell St
Plaza, ND 58771
(701) 497-3734
Plaza, ND 58771
(701) 497-3734
Gr: PK-6 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
North Shore Plaza High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 Covell St
Plaza, ND 58771
(701) 497-3734
Plaza, ND 58771
(701) 497-3734
Gr: 7-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Plaza, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Plaza, ND include North Shore Plaza Elementary School and North Shore Plaza High School.
How many public schools are located in Plaza?
2 public schools are located in Plaza.
What is the racial composition of students in Plaza?
Plaza public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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