Serving 294 students in grades 7-12, Des Lacs-burlington High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Des Lacs-burlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Des Lacs-burlington High School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Empowering 21st century learners in a safe and respectful learning environment with reflection, technology, and collaboration.
School Rankings
Des Lacs-burlington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Des Lacs-burlington High School is 0.17, 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
#161 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Des Lacs-burlington High School's ranking?
Des Lacs-burlington High School is ranked #161 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Des Lacs-burlington High School?
The graduation rate of Des Lacs-burlington High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Des Lacs-burlington High School?
294 students attend Des Lacs-burlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Des Lacs-burlington High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Des Lacs-burlington High School?
Des Lacs-burlington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Des Lacs-burlington High School offer ?
Des Lacs-burlington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Des Lacs-burlington High School part of?
Des Lacs-burlington High School is part of United 7 School District.
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