Serving 17 students in grades 9-12, Wolves Center Academy 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 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower 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: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (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
Wolves Center Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wolves Center Academy's student population of 17 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wolves Center Academy 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 Wolves Center Academy is 0.40, 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
17:1
11:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Wolves Center Academy's ranking?
Wolves Center Academy 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 Wolves Center Academy?
The graduation rate of Wolves Center Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wolves Center Academy?
17 students attend Wolves Center Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Wolves Center Academy students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wolves Center Academy?
Wolves Center Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wolves Center Academy offer ?
Wolves Center Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wolves Center Academy part of?
Wolves Center Academy is part of Mckenzie Co 1 School District.
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