Serving 1,400 students in grades 9-12, West Fargo Sheyenne 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 32% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 35% 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: 1,400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 5% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fargo Sheyenne High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire West Fargo school district, covering approximately 123.1 square miles. The area is located in West Fargo, ND, with typical drives to the school taking around 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 7.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 14.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fargo Sheyenne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Fargo Sheyenne High School's student population of 1,400 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,400 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fargo Sheyenne 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 Sheyenne High School is 0.53, 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
#342 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
83.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fargo Sheyenne High School's ranking?
West Fargo Sheyenne High School is ranked #342 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are West Fargo Sheyenne High School often compared to?
West Fargo Sheyenne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Fargo High School, Fargo Davies High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Fargo Sheyenne High School?
The graduation rate of West Fargo Sheyenne High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend West Fargo Sheyenne High School?
1,400 students attend West Fargo Sheyenne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Fargo Sheyenne High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fargo Sheyenne High School?
West Fargo Sheyenne High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does West Fargo Sheyenne High School offer ?
West Fargo Sheyenne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Fargo Sheyenne High School part of?
West Fargo Sheyenne High School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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