Red River High School is a public high school located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States. The school was originally built in 1967 for grades 10-12, and was remodeled in 1995 to accommodate grades 9- 12.
Serving 1,190 students in grades 9-12, Red River 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 39% (which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 5% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red River High School serves the southeast part of Grand Forks, ND, covering an area of approximately 39.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Red River High School's student population of 1,190 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,190 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red River 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 Red River High School is 0.50, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Roughriders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red River High School's ranking?
Red River High School is ranked #213 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Red River High School often compared to?
Red River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red River High School?
The graduation rate of Red River High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Red River High School?
1,190 students attend Red River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Red River High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red River High School?
Red River High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Red River High School offer ?
Red River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red River High School part of?
Red River High School is part of Grand Forks 1 School District.
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