Serving 180 students in grades 6-12, Cavalier High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cavalier High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 305.2 square miles around Cavalier, ND. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cavalier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cavalier High School's student population of 180 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Cavalier Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or non-disqualifying handicap in its education programs/activities and provides equal access to
School Rankings
Cavalier High School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cavalier High School is 0.24, 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
#23 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cavalier
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cavalier High School's ranking?
Cavalier High School is ranked #23 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Cavalier High School often compared to?
Cavalier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cavalier Elementary School, Langdon Area High School, North Border-walhalla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cavalier High School?
The graduation rate of Cavalier High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Cavalier High School?
180 students attend Cavalier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cavalier High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cavalier High School?
Cavalier High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Cavalier High School offer ?
Cavalier High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cavalier High School part of?
Cavalier High School is part of Cavalier 6 School District.
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