Valley City High School is a public high school located in Valley City, North Dakota. It is a part of the Valley City Public School District system. The school athletic teams are known as the Hi-Liners.
Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Valley City High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley City High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 361.6 square miles in Valley City, ND, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 13.2 miles, with the furthest edge located 22.6 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valley City High School's student population of 317 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1889
School Rankings
Valley City 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 Valley City High School is 0.26, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Hi-liners
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 #234 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley City High School?
The graduation rate of Valley City High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Valley City High School?
317 students attend Valley City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Valley City High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Valley City High School offer ?
Valley City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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