Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Dakota High School ranks in the top 30% 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 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dakota High School's student population of 106 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dakota High School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#107 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
6%
Black
23%
5%
White
55%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota High School's ranking?
Dakota High School is ranked #107 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Dakota High School?
The graduation rate of Dakota High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dakota High School?
106 students attend Dakota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Dakota High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dakota High School?
Dakota High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dakota High School offer ?
Dakota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dakota High School part of?
Dakota High School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dakota High School located?
Dakota High School is located in the Carl Ben neighborhood of Fargo, ND. There are 2 other public schools located in Carl Ben.
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