Turtle Mountain Middle School serves 321 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Math Proficiency: 5%
- Reading Proficiency: 11%
- Science Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Middle School's student population of 321 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turtle Mountain Middle School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Middle School?
321 students attend Turtle Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Turtle Mountain Middle School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Middle School?
Turtle Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turtle Mountain Middle School offer ?
Turtle Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Turtle Mountain Middle School part of?
Turtle Mountain Middle School is part of Turtle Mountain Middle School District.
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