Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, New Town 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 ≤10% (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 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Town High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Town High School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Town 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 New Town High School is 0.35, 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
#410 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
80%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 New Town High School's ranking?
New Town High School is ranked #410 out of 449 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?
≤10% 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 New Town High School?
The graduation rate of New Town High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend New Town High School?
279 students attend New Town High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of New Town High School students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% 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 New Town High School?
New Town High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Town High School offer ?
New Town High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Town High School part of?
New Town High School is part of New Town 1 School District.
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