Serving 134 students in grades 7-12, Washburn High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washburn High School's student population of 134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a Cardinal!
School Rankings
Washburn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washburn High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn High School's ranking?
Washburn High School is ranked #234 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Washburn High School often compared to?
Washburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Underwood High School, Turtle Lake-mercer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Washburn High School?
134 students attend Washburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Washburn High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washburn High School?
Washburn High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washburn High School offer ?
Washburn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washburn High School part of?
Washburn High School is part of Washburn 4 School District.
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