Mckenzie Co 1 School District
School District · Watford City, North Dakota
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,006
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,006
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
How this district compares
North Dakota rank
#83 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.1
below North Dakota avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,006
$1,530 vs North Dakota median
District size
2,105 students
Much larger than North Dakota median
About Mckenzie Co 1
Mckenzie Co 1 is a Watford City, North Dakota school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,105 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1. The district invests $15,006 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.2/10, Mckenzie Co 1 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Badlands Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.5/10.
In standardized testing, Mckenzie Co 1 students show an average math proficiency of 30.8% and ELA proficiency of 35.9%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Mckenzie Co 1, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Mckenzie Co 1 with test data.
Schools in Mckenzie Co 1
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- North Dakota
- City
- Watford City
- Total Enrollment
- 2,105
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mckenzie Co 1?
Mckenzie Co 1 has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Mckenzie Co 1?
The average composite rating for Mckenzie Co 1 is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mckenzie Co 1?
Mckenzie Co 1 spends $15,006 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mckenzie Co 1?
The average student-teacher ratio in Mckenzie Co 1 is 14.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Mckenzie Co 1?
Badlands Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Mckenzie Co 1 with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What are the test scores in Mckenzie Co 1?
Across schools in Mckenzie Co 1 with test data, the average math proficiency is 30.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 35.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Mckenzie Co 1 compare to other districts in North Dakota?
Mckenzie Co 1 has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in North Dakota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 30.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 35.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in ND
Compare Mckenzie Co 1 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Bismarck 1 (29)
- Fargo 1 (25)
- West Fargo 6 (25)
- Minot 1 (22)
- Grand Forks 1 (18)
- Dickinson 1 (12)
- Mandan 1 (12)
- Williston Basin 7 (11)
- Jamestown 1 (7)
- Tgu 60 (6)
- Devils Lake 1 (5)
- Ellendale 40 (5)
- North Border 100 (4)
- Lewis and Clark 161 (4)
- Belcourt 7 (4)
- Bowman Co 1 (4)
- Milnor 2 (4)
- South Heart 9 (4)
- Valley City 2 (4)
- Wahpeton 37 (4)
- Hazen 3 (3)
- Beulah 27 (3)
- May-port Cg 14 (3)
- Northern Cass 97 (3)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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