Serving 119 students in grades 9-12, Ray 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 11-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ray High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ray, ND, covering approximately 474.1 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 13.9 miles, reaching up to 21.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ray High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ray High School's student population of 119 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ray High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray High School is 0.30, 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
#325 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ray High School's ranking?
Ray High School is ranked #325 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ray High School?
The graduation rate of Ray High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Ray High School?
119 students attend Ray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ray High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray High School?
Ray High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ray High School offer ?
Ray High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ray High School part of?
Ray High School is part of Nesson 2 School District.
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