Serving 366 students in grades 9-12, Valley City High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valley City High School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley City High School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley City High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
2%
5%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley City High School's ranking?
Valley City High School is ranked #103 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley City High School?
The graduation rate of Valley City High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Valley City High School?
366 students attend Valley City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Valley City High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley City High School?
Valley City High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley City High School offer ?
Valley City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley City High School part of?
Valley City High School is part of Valley City 2 School District.
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