Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, North Border-pembina High School ranks in the top 20% 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 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Border-pembina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Border-pembina High School's student population of 36 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Border-pembina 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 North Border-pembina 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
#78 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
10:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
5%
5%
White
81%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Border-pembina High School's ranking?
North Border-pembina High School is ranked #78 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?
<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 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Border-pembina High School?
The graduation rate of North Border-pembina High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Border-pembina High School?
36 students attend North Border-pembina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Border-pembina High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Border-pembina High School?
North Border-pembina High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does North Border-pembina High School offer ?
North Border-pembina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Border-pembina High School part of?
North Border-pembina High School is part of North Border 100 School District.
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