Serving 75 students in grades 9-12, Barnes County North High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher 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 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnes County North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barnes County North High School's student population of 75 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Barnes County North 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 Barnes County North High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnes County North High School's ranking?
Barnes County North High School is ranked #151 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% 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 Barnes County North High School?
The graduation rate of Barnes County North High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Barnes County North High School?
75 students attend Barnes County North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Barnes County North High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnes County North High School?
Barnes County North High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barnes County North High School offer ?
Barnes County North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnes County North High School part of?
Barnes County North High School is part of Barnes County North 7 School District.
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