Serving 79 students in grades 9-12, Ellendale High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellen-dale High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ellendale, ND, covering approximately 508.4 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 23.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellendale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ellendale High School's student population of 79 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
79 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate and empower ALL to thrive as productive citizens.
School Rankings
Ellendale High School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellendale High School is 0.17, 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
#45 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)22.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellendale High School's ranking?
Ellendale High School is ranked #45 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellendale High School?
The graduation rate of Ellendale High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Ellendale High School?
79 students attend Ellendale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ellendale High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellendale High School?
Ellendale High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ellendale High School offer ?
Ellendale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellendale High School part of?
Ellendale High School is part of Ellendale 40 School District.
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