For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 195 students in Gwinner, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Gwinner, ND are North Sargent High School and North Sargent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gwinner, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Gwinner have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gwinner, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Sargent High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16 1st St Sw
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
North Sargent Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16 1st St Sw
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gwinner, ND 58040
(701) 678-2492
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gwinner, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Gwinner, ND include North Sargent High School and North Sargent Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gwinner?
2 public schools are located in Gwinner.
What is the racial composition of students in Gwinner?
Gwinner public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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