Serving 95 students in grades 7-12, Berthold 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berthold High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Berthold High School's student population of 95 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Berthold High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berthold High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berthold High School's ranking?
Berthold High School is ranked #166 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Berthold High School often compared to?
Berthold High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Campus School, Kenmare High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berthold High School?
The graduation rate of Berthold High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Berthold High School?
95 students attend Berthold High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Berthold High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berthold High School?
Berthold High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berthold High School offer ?
Berthold High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berthold High School part of?
Berthold High School is part of Lewis And Clark 161 School District.
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