Serving 13 students in grades 9-12, Sawyer 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 3:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawyer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sawyer High School's student population of 13 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Sawyer 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 Sawyer High School is 0.15, 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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Sawyer High School's ranking?
Sawyer 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 Sawyer High School?
The graduation rate of Sawyer High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sawyer High School?
13 students attend Sawyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sawyer High School students are White, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawyer High School?
Sawyer High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sawyer High School offer ?
Sawyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sawyer High School part of?
Sawyer High School is part of Sawyer 16 School District.
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