Serving 42 students in grades 6-12, Selfridge High School 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 5:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% 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
Selfridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Selfridge High School's student population of 42 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selfridge High School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selfridge High School is 0.13, which is less 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
#123 out of 461 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
5:1
11:1
American Indian
93%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selfridge High School's ranking?
Selfridge High School is ranked #123 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Selfridge High School often compared to?
Selfridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Standing Rock Community School, Solen High School by visitors of our site.
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 Selfridge High School?
The graduation rate of Selfridge High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Selfridge High School?
42 students attend Selfridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Selfridge High School students are American Indian, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selfridge High School?
Selfridge High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Selfridge High School offer ?
Selfridge High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Selfridge High School part of?
Selfridge High School is part of Selfridge 8 School District.
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