Serving 137 students in grades 9-12, Saint John 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint John High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Saint John, ND, encompassing approximately 107.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint John High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Saint John High School's student population of 137 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint John 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 Saint John High School is 0.12, 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
#426 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
94%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
White
3%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint John High School's ranking?
Saint John High School is ranked #426 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saint John High School?
The graduation rate of Saint John High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Saint John High School?
137 students attend Saint John High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Saint John High School students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint John High School?
Saint John High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Saint John High School offer ?
Saint John High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saint John High School part of?
Saint John High School is part of St John 3 School District.
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