Serving 1,363 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 21% (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 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Williston High School's student population of 1,363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williston 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 Williston High School is 0.53, which is more 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
#357 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
6%
Black
6%
5%
White
66%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #357 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% 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 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Williston High School?
1,363 students attend Williston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Williston High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% 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 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
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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