Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Roughrider High Virtual Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roughrider High Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Roughrider High Virtual Academy's student population of 34 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Roughrider High Virtual Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roughrider High Virtual Academy is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
18%
7%
Black
3%
5%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roughrider High Virtual Academy's ranking?
Roughrider High Virtual Academy is ranked #100 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roughrider High Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Roughrider High Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Roughrider High Virtual Academy?
34 students attend Roughrider High Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Roughrider High Virtual Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roughrider High Virtual Academy?
Roughrider High Virtual Academy has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roughrider High Virtual Academy offer ?
Roughrider High Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Roughrider High Virtual Academy part of?
Roughrider High Virtual Academy is part of Dickinson 1 School District.
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