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South High School

1840 15th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 961 students in grades 9-12, South High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 961 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : 85-89% (Top 20% in ND)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
South High School's student population of 961 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
961 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
South High School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ND)
#164 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
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40-44%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of South High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Dakota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-54%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of South High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Dakota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
49%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of South High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Dakota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
4%
11%
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Asian
6%
1%
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Hispanic
7%
6%
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Black
14%
5%
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White
66%
72%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Dakota.
0.54
This chart displays the diversity score of South High School and the public school average diversity score of North Dakota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
85-89%
85%
This chart displays graduation rate of South High School and public school graduation rate of North Dakota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
27%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in South High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Dakota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is South High School's ranking?
South High School is ranked #164 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are South High School often compared to?
South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School, Fargo Davies High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of South High School?
The graduation rate of South High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend South High School?
961 students attend South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South High School?
South High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does South High School offer ?
South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South High School part of?
South High School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is South High School located?
South High School is located in the South High neighborhood of Fargo, ND.

School Reviews
5   8/5/2019
Y''all went to high school I went to school high
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Mynamajeff
3   11/19/2018
I attended south high for all four years of high school. My time here at south was honestly the best four-year span of my life. High a high diversity population lead me to understand what the real world is truly like. The teachers and staff are also exceptional. Dr. Bertch is arguably the best leader of education in the state. His high standards to strive for excellence is what is currently pushing me on my way to med school. Besides the academics, the school also exceeds in many other aspects from the arts to athletics. Mr. Tackling is one of the most renown music educators in the state. He has lead south high bands to countless awards. Athletically, South high school has also set the benchmark for North Dakota athletics. South currently holds the most state championships in the state. Also, numerous athletes go on to play at top-tier institutions in the fall after they graduate. All and all, South High is arguably the top school in North Dakota.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Toby

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 961 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : 85-89% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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