Serving 1,370 students in grades 9-12, Williston 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 14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williston High School's student population of 1,370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
School Rankings
Williston 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 Williston High School is 0.56, 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
#372 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
6%
5%
White
63%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williston High School's ranking?
Williston High School is ranked #372 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williston High School?
The graduation rate of Williston High School is 71%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Williston High School?
1,370 students attend Williston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Williston High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williston High School?
Williston High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Williston High School offer ?
Williston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Williston High School part of?
Williston High School is part of Williston Basin 7 School District.
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