Serving 75 students in grades 9-12, Souris River Campus Alternative 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 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), 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: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (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
Souris River Campus Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Souris River Campus Alternative High School's student population of 75 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Souris River Campus Alternative 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 Souris River Campus Alternative High School is 0.67, 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
#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
8:1
11:1
American Indian
19%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
6%
Black
5%
5%
White
52%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch (96-97)
5%
21%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Souris River Campus Alternative High School's ranking?
Souris River Campus Alternative High School is ranked #123 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
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 Souris River Campus Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Souris River Campus Alternative High School is 20-24%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Souris River Campus Alternative High School?
75 students attend Souris River Campus Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Souris River Campus Alternative High School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Souris River Campus Alternative High School?
Souris River Campus Alternative High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Souris River Campus Alternative High School offer ?
Souris River Campus Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Souris River Campus Alternative High School part of?
Souris River Campus Alternative High School is part of Minot 1 School District.
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