Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Powers Lake High School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Powers Lake High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Powers Lake, ND, encompassing approximately 400.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powers Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powers Lake High School's student population of 69 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Developing students to make a positive impact in society.
School Rankings
Powers Lake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powers Lake High School is 0.17, 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
#173 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 is Powers Lake High School's ranking?
Powers Lake High School is ranked #173 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Powers Lake High School often compared to?
Powers Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powers Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Powers Lake High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Powers Lake High School?
69 students attend Powers Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Powers Lake High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powers Lake High School?
Powers Lake High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Powers Lake High School offer ?
Powers Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powers Lake High School part of?
Powers Lake High School is part of Powers Lake 27 School District.
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