Serving 161 students in grades 6-12, New Rockford-sheyenne High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Rockford-Sheyenne High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 544.3 square miles in New Rockford, ND. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Rockford-sheyenne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Rockford-sheyenne High School's student population of 161 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Rockford-sheyenne 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 New Rockford-sheyenne High School is 0.27, 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
#68 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Rockford-sheyenne High School's ranking?
New Rockford-sheyenne High School is ranked #68 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Rockford-sheyenne High School?
The graduation rate of New Rockford-sheyenne High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend New Rockford-sheyenne High School?
161 students attend New Rockford-sheyenne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of New Rockford-sheyenne High School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 4% 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 New Rockford-sheyenne High School?
New Rockford-sheyenne High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does New Rockford-sheyenne High School offer ?
New Rockford-sheyenne High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Rockford-sheyenne High School part of?
New Rockford-sheyenne High School is part of New Rockford-Sheyenne 2 School District.
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