Serving 81 students in grades 7-12, Westhope 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 11-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westhope High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Westhope, ND, encompassing approximately 350.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 16.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westhope High School's student population of 81 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Motto
Every Student, Every Chance, Every Day!
School Rankings
Westhope 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 Westhope High School is 0.19, 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
#426 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Westhope High School's ranking?
Westhope High School is ranked #426 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westhope High School?
The graduation rate of Westhope High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Westhope High School?
81 students attend Westhope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Westhope High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westhope High School?
Westhope High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Westhope High School offer ?
Westhope High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westhope High School part of?
Westhope High School is part of Westhope 17 School District.
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