For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 55 students in Watford City, ND (there are 7 public schools, serving 2,349 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in Watford City, ND are educated in private schools (compared to the ND state average of 9%).
100% of private schools in Watford City, ND are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
Private Schools in Watford City, ND (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11008 Highway 23
Watford City, ND 58854
(701) 675-2359
Watford City, ND 58854
(701) 675-2359
Gr: K-11 | 55 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Overview
This Town (Watford City)
This State (ND)
# Schools
1 School
Student Body:
# Students
55 Students
11,847 Students
% Average Students of Color
27%
14%
Academics and Faculty:
# Teachers
10 Teachers
933 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Average Class Size
6 students
13 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate:
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$3,400
$6,820
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.44
0.48
# American Indian Students
5 Students
288 Students
% American Indian Students
8%
2%
# Asian Students
n/a
187 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
2%
# Hispanic Students
9 Students
299 Students
% Hispanic Students
14%
2%
# Black Students
n/a
302 Students
% Black Students
n/a
3%
# White Students
47 Students
8,228 Students
% White Students
73%
69%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
36 Students
% Hawaiian Students
5%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
n/a
2,618 Students
% of Others Students
n/a
22%
All Ethnic Groups
Extracurriculars and Sports:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Watford City, ND?
1 private schools are located in Watford City, ND.
What percentage of students in Watford City go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in Watford City are educated in private schools (compared to the ND state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Watford City?
100% of private schools in Watford City are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
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