Belfield High School

Belfield High School is a regular public high school located in Belfield, North Dakota, serving students from seventh through twelfth grade. The school has an enrollment of 128 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1 with nine full-time equivalent teachers on staff. While the MySchoolScout rating for academic performance is relatively low at 3.0 out of 10, Belfield High School focuses on providing educational opportunities in a remote rural setting where community support plays a vital role.

Students typically score around 34% proficient or above in ELA and reading, and about 35% proficient or above in math, indicating areas for continued academic growth. Belfield is situated in a quiet, rural area, making the school an integral part of the small-town community where teachers often have close relationships with their students. The setting offers a tight-knit environment that fosters strong bonds between students and faculty, creating a supportive atmosphere conducive to personal development and learning.

With an enrollment of 128 students, Belfield High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Belfield High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.