Serving 122 students in grades 7-12, Hettinger 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hettinger High School's student population of 122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Colors
Black, Royal blue
School Motto
EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL
School Rankings
Hettinger 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 Hettinger High School is 0.34, 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
#328 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
81%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hettinger High School's ranking?
Hettinger High School is ranked #328 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hettinger High School?
The graduation rate of Hettinger High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hettinger High School?
122 students attend Hettinger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hettinger High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hettinger High School?
Hettinger High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Hettinger High School offer ?
Hettinger High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hettinger High School part of?
Hettinger High School is part of Hettinger 13 School District.
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