Serving 68 students in grades 7-12, Elgin-new Leipzig 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Elgin-New Leipzig High School's attendance zone covers the entire Elgin, ND school district, encompassing approximately 699.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 21.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elgin-new Leipzig High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elgin-new Leipzig High School's student population of 68 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elgin-new Leipzig 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 Elgin-new Leipzig 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
#294 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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)8.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Elgin-new Leipzig High School's ranking?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School is ranked #294 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elgin-new Leipzig High School?
The graduation rate of Elgin-new Leipzig High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Elgin-new Leipzig High School?
68 students attend Elgin-new Leipzig High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Elgin-new Leipzig High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elgin-new Leipzig High School?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elgin-new Leipzig High School offer ?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elgin-new Leipzig High School part of?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School is part of Elgin-New Leipzig 49 School District.
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