Below Average
#392 of 451 schools in ND
Devils Lake High School
High School · DEVILS LAKE 1
1601 College Drive N, Devils Lake, ND 58301
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#392 of 451
In Devils Lake
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
DEVILS LAKE 1
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About Devils Lake High School
Devils Lake High School is a public high school in Devils Lake, ND, part of DEVILS LAKE 1. Devils Lake High School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Devils Lake High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Devils Lake High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Devils Lake 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.
31% of students at Devils Lake High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Devils Lake High School — Students at Devils Lake High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.1/10.
How Devils Lake High School Compares
See how Devils Lake 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
1601 College Drive N, Devils Lake, ND 58301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Devils Lake High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARWICK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Warwick), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH STAR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 29.6 miles away, in nearby Cando), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Totten), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Devils Lake, see our Devils Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF PK-8 Devils Lake | 0.2 mi | — |
| SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Devils Lake | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Devils Lake | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| MINNIE H KINDERGARTEN CENTER Devils Lake | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL AND ST MARY'S ACADEMY Devils Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Devils Lake | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Fort Totten | 12.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY PK SCHOOL Fort Totten | 12.7 mi | — |
| Tate Topa Tribal School Fort Totten | 12.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WARWICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warwick | 19.9 mi | 6.4 |
| WARWICK HIGH SCHOOL Warwick | 19.9 mi | 6.5 |
| WARWICK MIDDLE SCHOOL Warwick | 19.9 mi | 6.1 |
| STARKWEATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starkweather | 22.5 mi | — |
| STARKWEATHER HIGH SCHOOL Starkweather | 22.5 mi | — |
| OBERON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oberon | 20.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MINNEWAUKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minnewaukan | 19.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MINNEWAUKAN HIGH SCHOOL Minnewaukan | 19.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NORTH STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cando | 29.6 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH STAR HIGH SCHOOL Cando | 29.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EDMORE HIGH SCHOOL Edmore | 27.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,688
Median Home Value
$205,200
Median Rent
$682/mo
Population
10,046
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
55.7%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORACE HIGH SCHOOL Horace, ND | 4.2 |
| ST MARY'S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | 4.1 |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Belcourt, ND | 4.5 |
| WAHPETON HIGH SCHOOL Wahpeton, ND | 4.5 |
| WATFORD CITY HIGH SCHOOL Watford City, ND | 4.8 |
| STANLEY HIGH SCHOOL Stanley, ND | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Devils Lake High School
What grades does Devils Lake High School serve?
Devils Lake High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Devils Lake High School?
Devils Lake High School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Devils Lake High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Devils Lake High School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Devils Lake High School rank in ND?
Devils Lake High School ranks #392 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Devils Lake High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Devils Lake High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Devils Lake High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Devils Lake High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Devils Lake High School a charter school?
No, Devils Lake High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Devils Lake High School a Title I school?
No, Devils Lake High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Devils Lake High School?
34.3% of students at Devils Lake 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (701) 662-1200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
DEVILS LAKE 1- District Enrollment
- 1,769
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,229
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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