Average
#218 of 451 schools in ND
Top 48% in state
Dakota Prairie High School
High School · DAKOTA PRAIRIE 1
PO Box 37, Petersburg, ND 58272
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#218 of 451
In district
#2 of 2
DAKOTA PRAIRIE 1
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Dakota Prairie High School
High School in Petersburg · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dakota Prairie High School
Dakota Prairie High School is a public high school in Petersburg, ND, part of DAKOTA PRAIRIE 1. Dakota Prairie High School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Prairie High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Dakota Prairie High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Dakota Prairie High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dakota Prairie High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Dakota Prairie High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dakota Prairie High School — Students at Dakota Prairie High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Dakota Prairie High School Compares
See how Dakota Prairie High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 37, Petersburg, ND 58272
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dakota Prairie High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FINLEY-SHARON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 35.2 miles away, in nearby Finley), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALLEY-EDINBURG HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 34.0 miles away, in nearby Edinburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Lakota), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Petersburg, see our Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAKOTA PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mcville | 18.5 mi | 8.9 |
| FORDVILLE-LANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fordville | 17.5 mi | 5.1 |
| FORDVILLE-LANKIN HIGH SCHOOL Fordville | 17.5 mi | — |
| LAKOTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakota | 15.7 mi | 8.4 |
| LAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL Lakota | 15.9 mi | 7.1 |
| FOREST RIVER SCHOOL Fordville | 18.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LARIMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Larimore | 18.6 mi | 9.1 |
| LARIMORE HIGH SCHOOL Larimore | 18.9 mi | 5.0 |
| PARK RIVER AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Park River | 28.9 mi | 4.2 |
| PARK RIVER AREA HIGH SCHOOL Park River | 28.9 mi | 5.9 |
| VALLEY-EDINBURG HIGH SCHOOL Edinburg | 34.0 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northwood | 27.4 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Northwood | 27.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MIDWAY HIGH SCHOOL Inkster | 24.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MIDWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Inkster | 24.6 mi | 8.0 |
| FINLEY-SHARON HIGH SCHOOL Finley | 35.2 mi | 8.1 |
| FINLEY-SHARON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Finley | 35.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MIDKOTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binford | 34.8 mi | 6.1 |
| EDMORE HIGH SCHOOL Edmore | 34.8 mi | — |
| EDMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edmore | 34.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,125
Median Home Value
$112,500
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
211
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
94.6%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
51.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Garrison, ND | 6.3 |
| NAPOLEON HIGH SCHOOL Napoleon, ND | 6.3 |
| MAY-PORT CG HIGH SCHOOL Mayville, ND | 6.2 |
| NORTH STAR HIGH SCHOOL Cando, ND | 6.2 |
| EDGELEY HIGH SCHOOL Edgeley, ND | 6.1 |
| EIGHT MILE HIGH SCHOOL Trenton, ND | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dakota Prairie High School
What grades does Dakota Prairie High School serve?
Dakota Prairie High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Dakota Prairie High School?
Dakota Prairie High School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Prairie High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Prairie High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dakota Prairie High School rank in ND?
Dakota Prairie High School ranks #218 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Dakota Prairie High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dakota Prairie High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dakota Prairie High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dakota Prairie High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dakota Prairie High School a charter school?
No, Dakota Prairie High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dakota Prairie High School a Title I school?
No, Dakota Prairie High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dakota Prairie High School?
31.2% of students at Dakota Prairie High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Nelson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (701) 345-8233
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
DAKOTA PRAIRIE 1- District Enrollment
- 288
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,451
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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