Serving 889 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
South High School's student population of 889 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
13%
5%
White
67%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High School's ranking?
South High School is ranked #338 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are South High School often compared to?
South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School, Fargo Davies High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend South High School?
889 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is South High School located?
South High School is located in the South High neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
School Reviews
5 8/5/2019
Y''all went to high school I went to school high
3 11/19/2018
I attended south high for all four years of high school. My time here at south was honestly the best four-year span of my life. High a high diversity population lead me to understand what the real world is truly like. The teachers and staff are also exceptional. Dr. Bertch is arguably the best leader of education in the state. His high standards to strive for excellence is what is currently pushing me on my way to med school. Besides the academics, the school also exceeds in many other aspects from the arts to athletics. Mr. Tackling is one of the most renown music educators in the state. He has lead south high bands to countless awards. Athletically, South high school has also set the benchmark for North Dakota athletics. South currently holds the most state championships in the state. Also, numerous athletes go on to play at top-tier institutions in the fall after they graduate. All and all, South High is arguably the top school in North Dakota.
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