Serving 151 students in grades 7-12, Kidder County 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 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kidder County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kidder County High School's student population of 151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Kidder County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kidder County High School is 0.20, 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
#210 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kidder County High School's ranking?
Kidder County High School is ranked #210 out of 449 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kidder County High School?
The graduation rate of Kidder County High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Kidder County High School?
151 students attend Kidder County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kidder County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kidder County High School?
Kidder County High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kidder County High School offer ?
Kidder County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kidder County High School part of?
Kidder County High School is part of Kidder County 1 School District.
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