For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 138 students in Scranton, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Scranton, ND are Scranton Elementary School and Scranton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Scranton, 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 59% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Scranton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Scranton, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scranton Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1st And Fries
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Gr: PK-6 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Scranton High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1st And Fries
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Scranton, ND 58653
(701) 275-8266
Gr: 7-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Scranton, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Scranton, ND include Scranton Elementary School and Scranton High School.
How many public schools are located in Scranton?
2 public schools are located in Scranton.
What is the racial composition of students in Scranton?
Scranton public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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