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West Fargo Public Schools

West Fargo High School

#24 in Best Public High Schools in North Dakota
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • West Fargo, ND
  • 263 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    West Fargo High School is an above average, public school located in West Fargo, ND. It has 1,458 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 29% of students are at least proficient in math and 49% in reading.
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    (701) 356-2050
    801 9th St E
    West Fargo, ND 58078
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    West Fargo High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    49%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    29%
    Average Graduation Rate
    82%
    Average SAT
    1080
    10 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    240 responses
    AP Enrollment
    12%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      A-
    Median Household Income
    $81,051
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $859
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $228,100
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    69%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 81 responses
    Report
    • Homecoming
      27%
    • Prom
      23%
    • Pep Rallies
      17%
    • Spirit Week
      10%
    • Musicals
      9%
    • Homecoming
      4%
    • Pep rallies
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,458
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    38%
    81%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.32 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.32 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.32 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $51,030
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    12.5%
    64%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.45 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.45 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.45 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,576/ year
    National
    $12,239
    79%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.48 responses
    52%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.48 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.48 responses
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    The West Fargo high school students and the teacher are a phenomenal, respectful and supportive! I had a great experience and opportunity to learn many subjects than another high schools.
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    The staff and teachers are very helpful. They want us to strive in are academics. They are kind and care about helping their students succeed. They push students every day to be better and to grasp concepts more fully. I do not appreciate the coddling of students through various policies and such. The need to write passes for students to leave the classroom for any reason is absurd. It hassles teachers from educating the remaining students simply if a student needs to go to the bathroom. The teachers are generally nice and have good communication with the students. There a lot of classes you can chose from for your electives. The school also has great sports programs like basketball, football and tennis. The school also has a lot of clubs to offer to students. The school does have an issue with drug use and I have heard of students vaping and chewing tobacco in the restrooms. There's also on average a fight between students every other week.
    West Fargo High School has been a pretty good school for the most part. We have a great option for academics and other clubs and organizations. Most of the teachers are great also and are there if you need them, regarding if it is about school work or just personal problems you can always count on them. The only things not so great about the school is some of the kids. Most are disrespectful and just plan old rude. I understand most school have these kids and can’t really do much about it but that has been the main thing that has been disappointing during my 4 years at the school. Overall I believe that West Fargo is average high school.