Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, South Prairie 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Prairie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Prairie High School's student population of 166 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Prairie High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Prairie High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Prairie High School's ranking?
South Prairie High School is ranked #376 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Prairie High School?
The graduation rate of South Prairie High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Prairie High School?
166 students attend South Prairie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Prairie High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Prairie High School?
South Prairie 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 Prairie High School offer ?
South Prairie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Prairie High School part of?
South Prairie High School is part of South Prairie 70 School District.
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