Mckenzie Co 1 School District
School District · Watford City, North Dakota
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,006
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,006
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Evaluating Mckenzie Co 1?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Mckenzie Co 1 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Watford City Middle School
Watford City · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Fox Hills Elementary School
Watford City · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Watford City High School
Watford City · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
North Dakota rank
#95 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
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
The short answer
Mckenzie Co 1 ranks #95 of 134 North Dakota districts by overall school rating. Mckenzie Co 1's schools with real test data average 5.8/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Watford City Middle School (7.3/10), Fox Hills Elementary School (7.2/10), and Watford City High School (4.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Mckenzie Co 1
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watford City Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Fox Hills Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Watford City High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Badlands Elementary School | 3.7 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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 5.8/10, Mckenzie Co 1 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Watford City Middle School, which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, Mckenzie Co 1 students show an average math proficiency of 40.2% and ELA proficiency of 45.5%.
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 5.8/10. 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?
Watford City Middle School is the highest-rated school in Mckenzie Co 1 with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What are the test scores in Mckenzie Co 1?
Across schools in Mckenzie Co 1 with test data, the average math proficiency is 40.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.5%. 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 5.8/10 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 40.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.5%
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Compare Mckenzie Co 1 with neighboring districts in the state.
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- 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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