Serving 49 students in grades 9-12, Drayton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Drayton High School's student population of 49 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Drayton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drayton High School is 0.31, 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
#123 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Drayton High School's ranking?
Drayton High School is ranked #123 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Drayton High School?
The graduation rate of Drayton High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Drayton High School?
49 students attend Drayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Drayton High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drayton High School?
Drayton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Drayton High School offer ?
Drayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drayton High School part of?
Drayton High School is part of Drayton 19 School District.
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