Serving 140 students in grades 7-12, Richardton-taylor 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 15-19% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richardton-taylor High School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Richardton-taylor 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 Richardton-taylor High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#363 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardton-taylor High School's ranking?
Richardton-taylor High School is ranked #363 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?
15-19% 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 Richardton-taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Richardton-taylor High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Richardton-taylor High School?
140 students attend Richardton-taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Richardton-taylor High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richardton-taylor High School?
Richardton-taylor High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richardton-taylor High School offer ?
Richardton-taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richardton-taylor High School part of?
Richardton-taylor High School is part of Richardton-Taylor 34 School District.
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Date
Last Day of School!
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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