Serving 1,137 students in grades 9-12, Red River High School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 1,137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 5% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Red River High School's student population of 1,137 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red River High School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red River High School is 0.48, 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
#227 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
5%
5%
White
71%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red River High School's ranking?
Red River High School is ranked #227 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Red River High School often compared to?
Red River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red River High School?
The graduation rate of Red River High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Red River High School?
1,137 students attend Red River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Red River High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red River High School?
Red River High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Red River High School offer ?
Red River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Red River High School part of?
Red River High School is part of Grand Forks 1 School District.
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