Serving 49 students in grades 9-12, Fessenden-bowdon High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fessenden-bowdon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fessenden-bowdon High School's student population of 49 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fessenden-bowdon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fessenden-bowdon High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fessenden-bowdon High School's ranking?
Fessenden-bowdon High School is ranked #123 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fessenden-bowdon High School?
The graduation rate of Fessenden-bowdon High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Fessenden-bowdon High School?
49 students attend Fessenden-bowdon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fessenden-bowdon High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fessenden-bowdon High School?
Fessenden-bowdon High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fessenden-bowdon High School offer ?
Fessenden-bowdon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fessenden-bowdon High School part of?
Fessenden-bowdon High School is part of Fessenden-Bowdon 25 School District.
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