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 159 students in grades 7-8, Valley City Junior High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (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 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley City Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley City Junior High School's student population of 159 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Valley City Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley City Junior High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hi-liners
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley City Junior High School's ranking?
Valley City Junior High School is ranked #221 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Valley City Junior High School?
159 students attend Valley City Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Valley City Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley City Junior High School?
Valley City Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley City Junior High School offer ?
Valley City Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley City Junior High School part of?
Valley City Junior High School is part of Valley City 2 School District.
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