Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, Southwest Community High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Southwest Community High School's student population of 36 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Community High School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Community High School is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Community High School's ranking?
Southwest Community High School is ranked #123 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Community High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest Community High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southwest Community High School?
36 students attend Southwest Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Southwest Community High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Community High School?
Southwest Community High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southwest Community High School offer ?
Southwest Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Community High School part of?
Southwest Community High School is part of Dickinson 1 School District.
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