Serving 142 students in grades 6-12, Parshall 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 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Parshall High School's student population of 142 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Parshall High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parshall High School is 0.54, which is more 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
#388 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
64%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
22%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Parshall High School's ranking?
Parshall High School is ranked #388 out of 461 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parshall High School?
The graduation rate of Parshall High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Parshall High School?
142 students attend Parshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Parshall High School students are American Indian, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parshall High School?
Parshall High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parshall High School offer ?
Parshall High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parshall High School part of?
Parshall High School is part of Parshall 3 School District.
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