Serving 158 students in grades 7-12, South Heart 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Heart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Heart High School's student population of 158 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Heart 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 South Heart High School is 0.10, 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
#215 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 South Heart High School's ranking?
South Heart High School is ranked #215 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Heart High School?
The graduation rate of South Heart High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Heart High School?
158 students attend South Heart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Heart High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Heart High School?
South Heart High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Heart High School offer ?
South Heart High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Heart High School part of?
South Heart High School is part of South Heart 9 School District.
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