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#293 of 451 schools in ND
Divide County High School
High School · DIVIDE COUNTY 1
PO Box G, Crosby, ND 58730
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#293 of 451
In Crosby
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
DIVIDE COUNTY 1
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Divide County High School
Divide County High School is a public high school in Crosby, ND, part of DIVIDE COUNTY 1. Divide County High School serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Divide County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Divide County High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Divide County 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 Divide County 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Divide County 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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Divide County High School — Students at Divide County High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23%
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: 7.9/10.
How Divide County High School Compares
See how Divide County 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 G, Crosby, ND 58730
Nearby Schools
1 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIVIDE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crosby | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,711
Median Home Value
$153,300
Median Rent
$1,023/mo
Population
1,369
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
70.9%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
50.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KENMARE HIGH SCHOOL Kenmare, ND | 5.5 |
| DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL Fargo, ND | 5.4 |
| MEDINA HIGH SCHOOL Medina, ND | 5.6 |
| RAY HIGH SCHOOL Ray, ND | 5.6 |
| BELFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Belfield, ND | 5.7 |
| LAMOURE HIGH SCHOOL Lamoure, ND | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Divide County High School
What grades does Divide County High School serve?
Divide County High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Divide County High School?
Divide County High School has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Divide County High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Divide County High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Divide County High School rank in ND?
Divide County High School ranks #293 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Divide County High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Divide County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Divide County High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Divide County High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Divide County High School a charter school?
No, Divide County High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Divide County High School a Title I school?
No, Divide County High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Divide County High School?
23.0% of students at Divide County 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
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Divide County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (701) 965-6392
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
DIVIDE COUNTY 1- District Enrollment
- 365
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,812
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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