Serving 96 students in grades 7-12, Wishek High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wishek High School's student population of 96 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Wishek 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 Wishek High School is 0.12, 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
#275 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wishek High School's ranking?
Wishek High School is ranked #275 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wishek High School?
The graduation rate of Wishek High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wishek High School?
96 students attend Wishek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wishek High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wishek High School?
Wishek High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wishek High School offer ?
Wishek High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wishek High School part of?
Wishek High School is part of Wishek 19 School District.
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