Serving 222 students in grades 7-12, Velva High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Velva High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Velva High School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Velva High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Velva High School is 0.12, 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
#179 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Velva High School's ranking?
Velva High School is ranked #179 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Velva High School often compared to?
Velva High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tgu-granville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Velva High School?
The graduation rate of Velva High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Velva High School?
222 students attend Velva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Velva High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Velva High School?
Velva High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Velva High School offer ?
Velva High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Velva High School part of?
Velva High School is part of Velva 1 School District.
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