Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, Starkweather High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starkweather High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Starkweather High School's student population of 22 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Starkweather High School ranks within the top 20% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starkweather High School is 0.10, 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
#84 out of 459 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
21%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starkweather High School's ranking?
Starkweather High School is ranked #84 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Starkweather High School?
The graduation rate of Starkweather High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Starkweather High School?
22 students attend Starkweather High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Starkweather High School students are White, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starkweather High School?
Starkweather High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Starkweather High School offer ?
Starkweather High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Starkweather High School part of?
Starkweather High School is part of Starkweather 44 School District.
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