Carrington High School

Carrington High School serves 242 students in grades 7-12 in this remote rural North Dakota community. With 20 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for personalized attention and strong student-educator relationships. The school demonstrates impressive academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranking 30th out of 457 schools statewide, placing it in the 94th percentile.

Students achieve solid results with 67% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 52% reach proficiency in mathematics. The school's academic score of 9.3 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence in a small school environment. Carrington High School draws from a stable community where the median household income is $80,461 and median home value is $168,300.

The area maintains a low poverty rate of 8.4%, with 23% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. This economic stability provides a supportive foundation for student learning and family engagement. Located in Foster County's remote rural setting, Carrington High School offers the advantages of small-town education where students can participate in multiple activities and receive individualized support while being part of a close-knit community of nearly 3,000 residents.

Located in a rural area, Carrington High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.