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#264 of 451 schools in ND
Southwest Community High School
High School · DICKINSON 1
444 4th St W, Dickinson, ND 58601
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#264 of 451
In Dickinson
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
DICKINSON 1
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Southwest Community High School
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About Southwest Community High School
Southwest Community High School is a public high school in Dickinson, ND, part of DICKINSON 1. Southwest Community High School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Community High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #264 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Community High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Southwest Community High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Southwest Community High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Southwest Community High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Community High School — Students at Southwest Community High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Southwest Community High School Compares
See how Southwest Community High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
444 4th St W, Dickinson, ND 58601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Community High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTH HEART HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby South Heart), with a comparable rating. Another option is DICKINSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ROUGHRIDER HIGH VIRTUAL ACADEMY (rated 2.2/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dickinson, see our Dickinson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,008
Median Home Value
$269,200
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
29,680
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWBELLS HIGH SCHOOL Bowbells, ND | 5.7 |
| DRAYTON HIGH SCHOOL Drayton, ND | 5.6 |
| NEWBURG-UNITED HIGH SCHOOL Newburg, ND | 5.3 |
| FAIRMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL Fairmount, ND | 5.0 |
| MADDOCK HIGH SCHOOL Maddock, ND | 6.8 |
| MONTPELIER HIGH SCHOOL Montpelier, ND | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Community High School
What grades does Southwest Community High School serve?
Southwest Community High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Community High School?
Southwest Community High School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Community High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Community High School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Community High School rank in ND?
Southwest Community High School ranks #264 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Southwest Community High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Community High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Southwest Community High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Community High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southwest Community High School a charter school?
No, Southwest Community High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Community High School a Title I school?
No, Southwest Community High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Stark County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.6%
- Phone
- (701) 456-0042
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
DICKINSON 1- District Enrollment
- 4,069
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,515
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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