Serving 961 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (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
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
South High School's student population of 961 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South 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 High School is 0.54, 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
#164 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
14%
5%
White
66%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 #164 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
40-44% 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 High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend South High School?
961 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than 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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