Serving 114 students in grades 7-12, Alexander High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alexander High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alexander school district, covering approximately 335.6 square miles in and around Alexander, ND, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.9 miles, extending to a maximum of 20.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander High School's student population of 114 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
114 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexander High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander High School's ranking?
Alexander High School is ranked #388 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander High School?
The graduation rate of Alexander High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Alexander High School?
114 students attend Alexander High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Alexander High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander High School?
Alexander High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Alexander High School offer ?
Alexander High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alexander High School part of?
Alexander High School is part of Alexander 2 School District.
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