Dakota Prairie High School is part of a school district that covers a portion of Nelson County, North Dakota. It includes the towns of McVille, Michigan City, Tolna, Aneta, Pekin, Kloten, Dahlen, Hamar, Niagera, and Petersburg. There are 132 students currently at Dakota Prairie High School.
Serving 130 students in grades 7-12, Dakota Prairie 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dakota Prairie High School's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Black, White, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dakota Prairie 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 Dakota Prairie High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#410 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
85%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Prairie High School's ranking?
Dakota Prairie High School is ranked #410 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dakota Prairie High School?
The graduation rate of Dakota Prairie High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dakota Prairie High School?
130 students attend Dakota Prairie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dakota Prairie High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Prairie High School?
Dakota Prairie High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dakota Prairie High School offer ?
Dakota Prairie High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dakota Prairie High School part of?
Dakota Prairie High School is part of Dakota Prairie 1 School District.
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