Serving 132 students in grades 7-12, Alexander 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 11-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander High School's student population of 132 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander High School is 0.32, 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
#413 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Alexander High School's ranking?
Alexander High School is ranked #413 out of 461 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander High School?
The graduation rate of Alexander High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Alexander High School?
132 students attend Alexander High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alexander High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander High School?
Alexander High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander High School offer ?
Alexander High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander High School part of?
Alexander High School is part of Alexander 2 School District.
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