Serving 228 students in grades 7-12, Oakes 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 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oakes High School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakes 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 Oakes High School is 0.29, 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
#256 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
84%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Oakes 41 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakes High School's ranking?
Oakes High School is ranked #256 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakes High School?
The graduation rate of Oakes High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Oakes High School?
228 students attend Oakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oakes High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakes High School?
Oakes High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Oakes High School offer ?
Oakes High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakes High School part of?
Oakes High School is part of Oakes 41 School District.
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