For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 92 students in Bowbells, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Bowbells, ND are Bowbells Elementary School and Bowbells High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bowbells, 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 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Bowbells have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bowbells, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bowbells Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Madison Ave Nw
Bowbells, ND 58721
(701) 377-2396
Bowbells, ND 58721
(701) 377-2396
Gr: PK-6 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Bowbells High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Madison Ave Nw
Bowbells, ND 58721
(701) 377-2396
Bowbells, ND 58721
(701) 377-2396
Gr: 7-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bowbells, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Bowbells, ND include Bowbells Elementary School and Bowbells High School.
How many public schools are located in Bowbells?
2 public schools are located in Bowbells.
What is the racial composition of students in Bowbells?
Bowbells public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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