| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrington Public School District 49 | Sykeston | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 613 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Fessenden-Bowdon Public School District 25 | Bowdon | 8/10 Good · 78th pct | 180 | 2 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Harvey Public School District 38 | Harvey | 6/10 Average · 58th pct | 394 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Wells County compares
Together they enroll 1,187 students across 6 schools. The largest is Carrington Public School District 49 with 613 students. Districts here average 8.0/10, above the North Dakota average of 5.7/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Wells County, North Dakota
Wells County has 3 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Wells County is Carrington Public School District 49 (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 Wells County, ND?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Wells 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 Wells County, ND?
Of the districts serving Wells County, Carrington Public School District 49 has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 93rd 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.