WEST FARGO HIGH SCHOOL

(701)356-2050

www.west-fargo.k12.nd.us/wfhs

1,380 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

West Fargo High School, located at 801 9th St E in West Fargo, North Dakota, serves as a cornerstone of the West Fargo Public School District. As a prominent educational institution in the region, the school is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement for its diverse student body. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, advanced placement courses, and a variety of elective programs designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, West Fargo High School emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded student experience through a wide range of extracurricular activities. Students have the opportunity to participate in numerous athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and student-led organizations, which encourage teamwork, leadership, and school spirit. By prioritizing both academic rigor and character development, the school strives to create a supportive environment that equips its graduates with the skills and values necessary to contribute positively to their community and beyond.

1,380

Total Students

104.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WEST FARGO HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	882
Hispanic	96
Black	264
Asian	39
Two or More	53
American Indian	46

White
882 (63.9%)
Black
264 (19.1%)
Hispanic
96 (7.0%)
Two or More
53 (3.8%)
American Indian
46 (3.3%)
Asian
39 (2.8%)

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:	WEST FARGO 6
Phone:	(701)356-2050
Website:	http://www.west-fargo.k12.nd.us/wfhs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,380
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	104.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	375
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	110

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 325

Grade 10 354

Grade 11 351

Grade 12 350