School Overview
Watford City High School, located at 2313 Wolves Den Parkway in Watford City, North Dakota, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the local community. As a cornerstone of the McKenzie County Public School District, the school is dedicated to preparing students for life beyond graduation through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both academic rigor and character development. The school’s mascot, the "Wolves," reflects a strong sense of school spirit and community identity that permeates its various extracurricular programs, including athletics, arts, and student organizations.

The school strives to maintain a modern educational environment designed to meet the evolving needs of students in the growing Watford City area. By integrating traditional instruction with various opportunities for personal growth, Watford City High School aims to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their individual potential. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families and the public, highlighting its ongoing commitment to fostering academic excellence and community engagement in western North Dakota.
566
Total Students
44.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WATFORD CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White356
Hispanic136
Black17
Asian11
Two or More16
American Indian28
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    356 (62.9%)
  • Hispanic
    136 (24.0%)
  • American Indian
    28 (4.9%)
  • Black
    17 (3.0%)
  • Two or More
    16 (2.8%)
  • Asian
    11 (1.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: MCKENZIE CO 1
Phone: (701)444-3626
Website: http://www.watford-city.k12.nd.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 566
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 129
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Grade 9 175
Grade 10 146
Grade 11 134
Grade 12 111

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WATFORD CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9175
Grade 10146
Grade 11134
Grade 12111
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WATFORD CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27949.3%
Male28750.7%