Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, Kulm High School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: KULM HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Kulm school district, covering approximately 492.7 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 14.1 miles and the furthest edge located 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kulm High School's student population of 36 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Integrity and Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kulm High School is 0.25, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
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
≥50%
83.2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kulm High School?
The graduation rate of Kulm High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Kulm High School?
36 students attend Kulm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kulm High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kulm High School?
Kulm High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Kulm High School offer ?
Kulm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kulm High School part of?
Kulm High School is part of Kulm 7 School District.
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