For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 437 students in Velva, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Velva, ND are Velva Elementary School and Velva High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Velva, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Velva have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Velva, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Velva Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 4th St W
Velva, ND 58790
(701) 338-2022
Velva, ND 58790
(701) 338-2022
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Velva High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
101 4th St W
Velva, ND 58790
(701) 338-2022
Velva, ND 58790
(701) 338-2022
Gr: 7-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Velva, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Velva, ND include Velva Elementary School and Velva High School.
How many public schools are located in Velva?
2 public schools are located in Velva.
What is the racial composition of students in Velva?
Velva public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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