Serving 68 students in grades 7-12, Elgin-new Leipzig 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elgin-new Leipzig High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elgin-new Leipzig High School's student population of 68 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elgin-new Leipzig 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 Elgin-new Leipzig High School is 0.17, 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
#294 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin-new Leipzig High School's ranking?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School is ranked #294 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elgin-new Leipzig High School?
The graduation rate of Elgin-new Leipzig High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Elgin-new Leipzig High School?
68 students attend Elgin-new Leipzig High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Elgin-new Leipzig High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elgin-new Leipzig High School?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elgin-new Leipzig High School offer ?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elgin-new Leipzig High School part of?
Elgin-new Leipzig High School is part of Elgin-New Leipzig 49 School District.
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