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Griggs County

North Dakota · Public K-12

Griggs County operates 3 public K-12 schools inside North Dakota, with combined enrollment of approximately 379 (about 126 students per school). The level mix is 2 elementary and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Griggs County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
379
+30 (+9%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
89%
was 94%
% Hispanic
0%
was 2%
% Black
2%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
2 districts
Enrollment
379
NCES CCD
Median income
$61,711
Below North Dakota avg
Free/reduced lunch
39.6%
Above North Dakota avg
Elementary
2
296 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
83 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
GRIGGS COUNTY CENTRAL 18
288 students · 2 districts in Griggs County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Griggs County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
94%
Hispanic
2%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
5%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
89%
Hispanic
0%
Black
2%
Asian
0%
Two or more
2%
Native American
6%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
26.0%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
7.1%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
1.4%
civilian labor
Median age
52
20.6% under 18

Test scores in Griggs County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. North Dakota state average: 38.7%.

See all 3 schools in Griggs County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
GRIGGS COUNTY CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLCooperstownElementaryPK-08205·
MIDKOTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBinfordElementaryPK-0691·
GRIGGS COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOLCooperstownHigh09-1283·

Cities in Griggs County

Cooperstown2 schoolsBinford1 school

About Griggs County

In North Dakota, Griggs County is a rural-scale county of about 2,245 residents. 3 public schools across the county instructs about 379 students between them.

For perspective, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $61,711, roughly 26% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 7%. That income level is 16% below the North Dakota median.

For a sense of the school types, Griggs County is made up of 2 elementary schools (296 students), and 1 high school (83).

GRIGGS COUNTY CENTRAL 18 is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 288 students across Griggs County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Griggs County has expanded 9% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 349 students to 379. Demographically, the White share of enrollment fell from 94% to 89%.

On allk12, the community for Griggs County discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Griggs County?
Griggs County, North Dakota has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 379 students.
How many high schools are in Griggs County?
Griggs County, North Dakota has 1 public high school, serving approximately 83 students.
How many elementary schools are in Griggs County?
Griggs County, North Dakota has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 296 students.
What is the largest school district in Griggs County?
GRIGGS COUNTY CENTRAL 18 is the largest school district in Griggs County, serving approximately 288 students. The county contains 2 school districts overall.
What is the population of Griggs County?
Griggs County, North Dakota has a population of approximately 2,245, with a median age of 52. About 20.6% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Griggs County?
Median household income in Griggs County is $61,711, below the North Dakota average of $73,179. About 7.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Griggs County?
Approximately 26.0% of adults 25 and older in Griggs County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Griggs County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 39.6% of students in Griggs County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the North Dakota county average of 33.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Griggs County schools?
Across Griggs County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.7 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Griggs County?
Griggs County residents are approximately 94% White, 2% Hispanic, 1% Black, 0% Asian, 5% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data