Serving 975 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 975 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
18%
5%
White
69%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #150 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Ben Eielson Middle School, Ben Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
975 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Middle School located?
Discovery Middle School is located in the Southpointe neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
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