Serving 300 students in grades 7-12, Des Lacs-burlington 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 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Des Lacs-burlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Des Lacs-burlington High School's student population of 300 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Des Lacs-burlington High School ranks within the top 20% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Des Lacs-burlington High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 459 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Des Lacs-burlington High School's ranking?
Des Lacs-burlington High School is ranked #62 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Des Lacs-burlington High School?
The graduation rate of Des Lacs-burlington High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Des Lacs-burlington High School?
300 students attend Des Lacs-burlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Des Lacs-burlington High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Des Lacs-burlington High School?
Des Lacs-burlington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Des Lacs-burlington High School offer ?
Des Lacs-burlington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Des Lacs-burlington High School part of?
Des Lacs-burlington High School is part of United 7 School District.
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