Serving 70 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westhope High School's student population of 70 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westhope High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhope High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
3%
5%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhope High School's ranking?
Westhope High School is ranked #388 out of 461 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?
21-39% 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?
70 students attend Westhope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Westhope High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
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 11:1.
What grades does Westhope High School offer ?
Westhope High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westhope High School part of?
Westhope High School is part of Westhope 17 School District.
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