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Central Valley High School

1556 Highway 81 Ne
Buxton, ND 58218
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 90 students in grades 7-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 90 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Central Valley High School's student population of 90 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers

School Rankings

Central Valley High School ranks within the top 5% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Valley High School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (ND)
#8 out of 461 schools
(Top 5%)
60-69%
39%
70-79%
44%
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #8 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
90 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Central Valley 3 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 90 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : ≥80% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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