Serving 81 students in grades 7-12, Lidgerwood 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lidgerwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lidgerwood High School's student population of 81 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare every student to be successful in life.
School Rankings
Lidgerwood 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 Lidgerwood High School is 0.29, 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
#226 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Lidgerwood High School's ranking?
Lidgerwood High School is ranked #226 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lidgerwood High School?
The graduation rate of Lidgerwood High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lidgerwood High School?
81 students attend Lidgerwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lidgerwood High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lidgerwood High School?
Lidgerwood High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lidgerwood High School offer ?
Lidgerwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lidgerwood High School part of?
Lidgerwood High School is part of Lidgerwood 28 School District.
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