Serving 335 students in grades 6-8, Turtle Mountain Community Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is 0.00, which is less 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
#422 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School's ranking?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is ranked #422 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
335 students attend Turtle Mountain Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Turtle Mountain Community Middle School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turtle Mountain Community Middle School offer ?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School part of?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is part of Belcourt 7 School District.
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