Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Minto 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Minto High School's student population of 83 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minto 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 Minto High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
31%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
62%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minto High School's ranking?
Minto High School is ranked #272 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?
21-39% 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 Minto High School?
The graduation rate of Minto High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Minto High School?
83 students attend Minto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Minto High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minto High School?
Minto High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Minto High School offer ?
Minto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Minto High School part of?
Minto High School is part of Minto 20 School District.
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