West Fargo High School is a public high school located in West Fargo, North Dakota. It serves about 1,400 students, and is a part of the West Fargo Public Schools system. The school colors are green and white and the athletic teams are known as the Packers.
Serving 1,380 students in grades 9-12, West Fargo High School ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fargo High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire West Fargo school district, covering approximately 123.1 square miles. The area is situated in West Fargo, ND, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 6.6 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 10.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Fargo High School's student population of 1,380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fargo 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 West Fargo High School is 0.55, which is more 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
#316 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Packer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fargo High School's ranking?
West Fargo High School is ranked #316 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are West Fargo High School often compared to?
West Fargo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Fargo Sheyenne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Fargo High School?
The graduation rate of West Fargo High School is 83%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend West Fargo High School?
1,380 students attend West Fargo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Fargo High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fargo High School?
West Fargo High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does West Fargo High School offer ?
West Fargo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Fargo High School part of?
West Fargo High School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
School Reviews
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