Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Sawyer High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sawyer High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Sawyer, ND, encompassing approximately 198.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sawyer High School's student population of 20 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sawyer High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
White
85%
70%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
27%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sawyer High School?
The graduation rate of Sawyer High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sawyer High School?
20 students attend Sawyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sawyer High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sawyer High School?
Sawyer High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Sawyer High School offer ?
Sawyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sawyer High School part of?
Sawyer High School is part of Sawyer 16 School District.
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