Moorhead High School is a public high school in Moorhead, Minnesota, United States. Established in 1883, the school serves approximately 2,000 students in grades 9???2. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 18.81. The school was previously home to local legend, Jack Stensgard.
Serving 2,122 students in grades 9-12, Moorhead High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moorhead High School's student population of 2,122 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1883
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Moorhead Area Public Schools is to develop the maximum potential of every learner to thrive in a changing world.
School Rankings
Moorhead High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moorhead High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spuddy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorhead High School's ranking?
Moorhead High School is ranked #924 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Moorhead High School often compared to?
Moorhead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dilworth-glyndon-felton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moorhead High School?
The graduation rate of Moorhead High School is 87%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Moorhead High School?
2,122 students attend Moorhead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Moorhead High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moorhead High School?
Moorhead High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moorhead High School offer ?
Moorhead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moorhead High School part of?
Moorhead High School is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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