Mandan High School is a public high school located in Mandan, North Dakota. It is the only high school within the Mandan Public Schools system, serving grades 9–12. In 2007 the Mandan Public School District renovated the high school. Mandan is the sixth-largest school district in the state of North Dakota.
Serving 1,152 students in grades 9-12, Mandan 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 28% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 20% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mandan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mandan High School's student population of 1,152 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Motto
The MISSION of the Mandan Public Schools is to provide students with rigorous and personalized learning experiences and to help them develop the social and emotional skills to become productive citizens.
School Rankings
Mandan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandan High School is 0.40, 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
#383 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
3%
5%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Mandan High School's ranking?
Mandan High School is ranked #383 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Mandan High School often compared to?
Mandan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mandan High School?
The graduation rate of Mandan High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Mandan High School?
1,152 students attend Mandan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mandan High School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mandan High School?
Mandan High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mandan High School offer ?
Mandan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mandan High School part of?
Mandan High School is part of Mandan 1 School District.
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