Serving 278 students in grades 7-12, Dunseith 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunseith High School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
As Dragons, we take care of ourselves, others, and our environment.
School Rankings
Dunseith 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 Dunseith High School is 0.02, 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
#448 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
99%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunseith High School's ranking?
Dunseith High School is ranked #448 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Dunseith High School often compared to?
Dunseith High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Mountain Community High School, Mt Pleasant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dunseith High School?
The graduation rate of Dunseith High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dunseith High School?
278 students attend Dunseith High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dunseith High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunseith High School?
Dunseith High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dunseith High School offer ?
Dunseith High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunseith High School part of?
Dunseith High School is part of Dunseith 1 School District.
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