Serving 553 students in grades 9-12, Turtle Mountain Community 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 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Community High School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Mascot
Braves
School Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community 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 Turtle Mountain Community High School is 0.06, 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
#440 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
97%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtle Mountain Community High School's ranking?
Turtle Mountain Community High School is ranked #440 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Turtle Mountain Community High School often compared to?
Turtle Mountain Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunseith High School, Mt Pleasant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turtle Mountain Community High School?
The graduation rate of Turtle Mountain Community High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Community High School?
553 students attend Turtle Mountain Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Turtle Mountain Community High School students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Community High School?
Turtle Mountain Community High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turtle Mountain Community High School offer ?
Turtle Mountain Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turtle Mountain Community High School part of?
Turtle Mountain Community High School is part of Belcourt 7 School District.
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