| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finley-Sharon Public School District 19 | Finley | 8/10 Good · 76th pct | 90 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Hope-Page Public School District 85 | Hope | 5/10 Average · 44th pct | 162 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Steele County compares
Together they enroll 252 students across 4 schools. The largest is Hope-Page Public School District 85 with 162 students. Districts here average 6.5/10, above the North Dakota average of 5.7/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Steele County, North Dakota
Steele County has 2 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Steele County is Finley-Sharon Public School District 19 (8/10). 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 Steele County, ND?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Steele 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 Steele County, ND?
Of the districts serving Steele County, Finley-Sharon Public School District 19 has the highest rating on this site at 8/10. That places it in the 76th 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.