Serving 67 students in grades 9-12, Powers Lake 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 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powers Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powers Lake High School's student population of 67 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powers Lake High School ranks within the top 20% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powers Lake High School is 0.13, 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
#67 out of 461 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Powers Lake High School's ranking?
Powers Lake High School is ranked #67 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Powers Lake High School often compared to?
Powers Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke Central High School by visitors of our site.
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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powers Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Powers Lake High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Powers Lake High School?
67 students attend Powers Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Powers Lake High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powers Lake High School?
Powers Lake High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Powers Lake High School offer ?
Powers Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powers Lake High School part of?
Powers Lake High School is part of Powers Lake 27 School District.
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