Jamestown High School is a public high school located in Jamestown, North Dakota. It is a part of the Jamestown Public Schools system. The school athletic teams are known as the Blue Jays.
Serving 722 students in grades 9-12, Jamestown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jamestown High School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jamestown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown High School is 0.26, 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
#52 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
5%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Jay
Profile last updated: 01/28/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown High School's ranking?
Jamestown High School is ranked #52 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jamestown High School?
The graduation rate of Jamestown High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Jamestown High School?
722 students attend Jamestown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jamestown High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamestown High School?
Jamestown High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jamestown High School offer ?
Jamestown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamestown High School part of?
Jamestown High School is part of Jamestown 1 School District.
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