West Fargo High School

West Fargo High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
801 9th St E,  West Fargo, ND
West Fargo Public Schools
3.7
3.0
1,393 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
40%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
83%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
105
Full Time Teachers
105
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
540
Verbal
520
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
23
Reading
24
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
57.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
16%
State Average
11%
Science
10%
State Average
13%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
199:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.7%
Female
49.3%
White
67.5%
Black
16.4%
Hispanic
6.2%
Two or more races
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3%
Native American
2.6%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Dakota State University 472 Students
University of North Dakota 364 Students
Minnesota State University Moorhead 203 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 176 Students
Concordia College 95 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 84 Students
North Dakota State College of Science 81 Students
South Dakota State University 65 Students
University of Jamestown 61 Students
Colorado State University 60 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 95 Students
Biology 78 Students
Business 69 Students
Psychology 67 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Computer Science 27 Students
Pre-Law Studies 24 Students
Chemistry 24 Students
Elementary Education 23 Students
Dental Hygiene 21 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 274 Reviews
3.0 Senior
5/23/2023
At WFHS most if not all of the faculty are there to help you and are very nice. I love the fine arts department, personally I play the flute and have done so for the past 7 years. The band wing, orchestra, theater and more are all amazing and full of amazing people. It's very easy to learn as well, as the teachers are very good at explaining material. The worst part of my experiences stem mostly from rules and how strict it can be some times. The one they enforce the hardest is the phone rule, you can't use it during class what so ever, even if you are done with your work or have nothing going on in class. But overall I think it's a good school. I would like to see a change in atmosphere, maybe have more options to let students get help they need in school or even out of school.
4.0 Alum
2/4/2023
My overall experience with West Fargo High School was very good. Majority of the teachers are very positive, even within class I failed, they seemed always ready and available to help. The students that went there were sociable and I never had a hard time trying to find a place to fit in, all the pieces fell into place.
4.0 Junior
9/26/2022
West Fargo High is a very welcoming school that is one of the best in the west Fargo district. The teachers and staff are nothing but kind and are willing to assist you with anything. Most of the teachers create an healthy learning environment that puts students on a path of success. One drawback is the wacky schedules the school may implement. The schedules can get pretty confusing for both students and teachers. Despite that, the West Fargo High is a wonderful school and it continues to live up to that.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 8 Reviews
1.0 parent
1/15/2025
And the sports is a joke...smh .... If you're I'll call her you will have issues at the school.
1.0 parent
3/6/2024
This school is not engaging with their students. My child was a special ed student here. High functioning autism. There was a bullying incident that occurred here that was swept under the rug and not resolved. This caused my child to become severely depressed. Very long story short, due to this inci...
5.0 parent
4/6/2023
Beginning in 2022, West Fargo High School has made several changes that have dramatically impacted my student's education. Head Principal, Rachel Bachmeier, has done a phenomenal job ensuring that every student has opportunities to grow and thrive in the school community. Teachers, too, have been ea...
5.0 other
3/26/2022
I went to school here and it was a good well rounded high school education.

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West Fargo High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in West Fargo, ND and is served by the West Fargo Public Schools in North Dakota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,393 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 40% are proficient in reading. West Fargo High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1070 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Fargo Spec Ed Unit, West Fargo 6-12 Virtual Academy, West Fargo Sheyenne High School, and more. Learn more about what West Fargo has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Fargo High School.

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