Serving 242 students in grades 7-12, Carrington High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carrington High School's student population of 242 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Carrington High School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrington High School is 0.17, 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
#37 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Carrington High School's ranking?
Carrington High School is ranked #37 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carrington High School?
The graduation rate of Carrington High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Carrington High School?
242 students attend Carrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Carrington High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrington High School?
Carrington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carrington High School offer ?
Carrington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carrington High School part of?
Carrington High School is part of Carrington 49 School District.
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