Serving 126 students in grades 7-12, Richland Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland Junior-Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Colfax, ND, covering approximately 203.9 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland Junior-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richland Junior-senior High School's student population of 126 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
126 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
Richland Junior-senior 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 Richland Junior-senior High School is 0.08, 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
#89 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
96%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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)15.9%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-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 Richland Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Richland Junior-senior High School is ranked #89 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Richland Junior-senior High School often compared to?
Richland Junior-senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beach High School, Hebron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Richland Junior-senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Richland Junior-senior High School?
126 students attend Richland Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Richland Junior-senior High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland Junior-senior High School?
Richland Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Richland Junior-senior High School offer ?
Richland Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richland Junior-senior High School part of?
Richland Junior-senior High School is part of Richland 44 School District.
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