| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellendale Public School District 40 | Ellendale | 10/10 Excellent · 90th pct | 339 | 4 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Oakes Public School District 41 | Oakes | 8/10 Good · 71st pct | 491 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Dickey County compares
Together they enroll 830 students across 6 schools. The largest is Oakes Public School District 41 with 491 students. Districts here average 9.0/10, above the North Dakota average of 5.7/10. Ratings range from 8/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Dickey County, North Dakota
Dickey County has 2 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Dickey County is Ellendale Public School District 40 (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in North Dakota. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Dickey County, ND?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Dickey County, ND. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Dickey County, ND?
Of the districts serving Dickey County, Ellendale Public School District 40 has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 90th percentile among North Dakota school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on North Dakota reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in North Dakota and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within North Dakota only, never across state lines.