Serving 64 students in grades 9-12, North Sargent 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 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gwinner, ND, encompassing approximately 117.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Sargent High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
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School Overview
North Sargent High School's student population of 64 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Sargent 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 Sargent 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
White
86%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Sargent High School's ranking?
North Sargent 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 Sargent High School?
The graduation rate of North Sargent High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend North Sargent High School?
64 students attend North Sargent High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of North Sargent High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Sargent High School?
North Sargent High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does North Sargent High School offer ?
North Sargent High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Sargent High School part of?
North Sargent High School is part of North Sargent 3 School District.
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