Dakota Memorial School serves 81 students in grades 4-12, is a member of the Institute for Independent Education.
The student:teacher of Dakota Memorial School is 2:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Dakota Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 14%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dakota Memorial School often compared to?
Dakota Memorial School is often viewed alongside schools like Our Redeemers Christian School, Bishop Ryan Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Dakota Memorial School?
The application deadline for Dakota Memorial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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