Below Average
#375 of 451 schools in ND
Wahpeton High School
High School · WAHPETON 37
PO Box 10, Wahpeton, ND 58074
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#375 of 451
In Wahpeton
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
WAHPETON 37
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About Wahpeton High School
Wahpeton High School is a public high school in Wahpeton, ND, part of WAHPETON 37. Wahpeton High School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wahpeton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Wahpeton High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wahpeton 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.
Score Breakdown
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Wahpeton High School — Students at Wahpeton High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Wahpeton High School Compares
See how Wahpeton 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
PO Box 10, Wahpeton, ND 58074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wahpeton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARNESVILLE SECONDARY (rated 8.4/10, 27.7 miles away, in nearby Barnesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMPBELL-TINTAH SECONDARY (rated 7.9/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Campbell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HANKINSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 19.6 miles away, in nearby Hankinson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wahpeton, see our Wahpeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAHPETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wahpeton | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| WAHPETON MIDDLE SCHOOL Wahpeton | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Circle of Nations Wahpeton | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ZIMMERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wahpeton | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHNS SCHOOL Wahpeton | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BRECKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY Breckenridge | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| BRECKENRIDGE SENIOR HIGH Breckenridge | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BRECKENRIDGE MIDDLE Breckenridge | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| RICHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Abercrombie | 13.2 mi | 7.6 |
| FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairmount | 15.2 mi | 7.6 |
| FAIRMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL Fairmount | 15.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMPBELL-TINTAH ELEMENTARY Campbell | 16.0 mi | 4.1 |
| CAMPBELL-TINTAH SECONDARY Campbell | 16.0 mi | 7.9 |
| RICHLAND JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Colfax | 18.3 mi | 7.1 |
| HANKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hankinson | 19.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HANKINSON HIGH SCHOOL Hankinson | 19.6 mi | 7.8 |
| White Rock Colony Elementary - 03 Rosholt | 25.3 mi | — |
| ROTHSAY SECONDARY Rothsay | 21.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ROTHSAY ELEMENTARY Rothsay | 21.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BARNESVILLE SECONDARY Barnesville | 27.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
44
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes, ND | 4.5 |
| KILLDEER HIGH SCHOOL Killdeer, ND | 4.8 |
| WATFORD CITY HIGH SCHOOL Watford City, ND | 4.8 |
| ST MARY'S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | 4.1 |
| DUNSEITH HIGH SCHOOL Dunseith, ND | 5.1 |
| STANLEY HIGH SCHOOL Stanley, ND | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wahpeton High School
What grades does Wahpeton High School serve?
Wahpeton High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wahpeton High School?
Wahpeton High School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wahpeton High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wahpeton High School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wahpeton High School rank in ND?
Wahpeton High School ranks #375 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Wahpeton High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wahpeton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Wahpeton High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wahpeton High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wahpeton High School a charter school?
No, Wahpeton High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wahpeton High School a Title I school?
No, Wahpeton High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wahpeton High School?
24.5% of students at Wahpeton High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (701) 642-2604
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
WAHPETON 37- District Enrollment
- 1,209
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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