Serving 2,017 students in grades 9-12, Moorhead High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,017 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moorhead High School's student population of 2,017 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Mascot
Spuddy
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,017 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1883
School Rankings
Moorhead High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moorhead High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#785 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorhead High School's ranking?
Moorhead High School is ranked #785 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Moorhead High School often compared to?
Moorhead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dilworth-glyndon-felton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moorhead High School?
The graduation rate of Moorhead High School is 88%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Moorhead High School?
2,017 students attend Moorhead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Moorhead High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moorhead High School?
Moorhead High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moorhead High School offer ?
Moorhead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moorhead High School part of?
Moorhead High School is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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