Serving 162 students in grades 6-12, Kenmare High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenmare High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 607.8 square miles in Kenmare, ND. Families typically reside within a 20-30 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 14.3 miles and the furthest point reaching 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenmare High School's student population of 162 students has grown by 121% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenmare 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 Kenmare High School is 0.13, 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
#251 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)14.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kenmare High School's ranking?
Kenmare High School is ranked #251 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Kenmare High School often compared to?
Kenmare High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berthold High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenmare High School?
The graduation rate of Kenmare High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Kenmare High School?
162 students attend Kenmare High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kenmare High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenmare High School?
Kenmare High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Kenmare High School offer ?
Kenmare High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenmare High School part of?
Kenmare High School is part of Kenmare 28 School District.
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