Summary:
The 58854 zip code area in North Dakota is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the McKenzie County 1 school district. While the district as a whole is ranked 22 out of 23 in the state, with a 0-star rating, some schools in the area stand out for both positive and negative reasons.
Fox Hills Elementary School and Badlands Elementary School have notable differences in their student populations, with Badlands having a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 34.6%, indicating a larger proportion of economically disadvantaged students. However, Badlands' reading proficiency scores are higher than the district and state averages, suggesting the school is effectively supporting its students despite the economic challenges they may face.
The high schools in the area, Watford City High School and Wolves Center Academy, both have a 84.2% four-year graduation rate, slightly below the state average. Wolves Center Academy, with an enrollment of only 20 students, stands out for its small size and higher student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Across all the schools, a concerning issue is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 20%, which could be impacting student learning and achievement.
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