Serving 163 students in grades 7-12, New Salem-almont 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Salem-almont High School's student population of 163 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Salem-almont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Salem-almont High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#363 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Salem-almont High School's ranking?
New Salem-almont High School is ranked #363 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are New Salem-almont High School often compared to?
New Salem-almont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandan High School, South Central Alternative High School, Brave Center Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Salem-almont High School?
The graduation rate of New Salem-almont High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend New Salem-almont High School?
163 students attend New Salem-almont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of New Salem-almont High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Salem-almont High School?
New Salem-almont High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Salem-almont High School offer ?
New Salem-almont High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Salem-almont High School part of?
New Salem-almont High School is part of New Salem-Almont 49 School District.
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