Fort Yates High School serves 69 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fort Yates High School?
69 students attend Fort Yates High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fort Yates High School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Yates High School?
Fort Yates High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fort Yates High School offer ?
Fort Yates High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Fort Yates High School part of?
Fort Yates High School is part of FT Yates 4 School District.
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