Serving 267 students in grades 6-8, Wahpeton Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahpeton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wahpeton Middle School's student population of 267 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wahpeton Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahpeton Middle School is 0.32, 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
#25 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
2%
5%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wahpeton Middle School's ranking?
Wahpeton Middle School is ranked #25 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Wahpeton Middle School?
267 students attend Wahpeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wahpeton Middle School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wahpeton Middle School?
Wahpeton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wahpeton Middle School offer ?
Wahpeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wahpeton Middle School part of?
Wahpeton Middle School is part of Wahpeton 37 School District.
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