Serving 141 students in grades 7-12, Richardton-taylor High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardton-taylor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richardton-taylor High School's student population of 141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richardton-taylor High School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardton-taylor High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
90%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardton-taylor High School's ranking?
Richardton-taylor High School is ranked #207 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richardton-taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Richardton-taylor High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Richardton-taylor High School?
141 students attend Richardton-taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Richardton-taylor High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardton-taylor High School?
Richardton-taylor High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richardton-taylor High School offer ?
Richardton-taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richardton-taylor High School part of?
Richardton-taylor High School is part of Richardton-Taylor 34 School District.
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