For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,047 students in 58501, ND.
The top-ranked public middle school in 58501, ND is Simle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 58501 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Dakota public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 58501, ND have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public middle school average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Best 58501, ND Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simle Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1218 Simle Dr
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-4600
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,047 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
58501, North Dakota 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bismarck Spec Ed Unit (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
806 N Washington St
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-4028
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-4028
Missouri River Area Career & Technical Center (Closed 2020)
Vocational School
128 Soo Line Drive Ste 102
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 751-4041
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 751-4041
720 N 14th St
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 221-3450
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 221-3450
Gr: K-6 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
523 N 21st St
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-4250
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-4250
Gr: K-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 58501, ND?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 58501, ND include Simle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 58501?
2 public middle schools are located in 58501.
What is the racial composition of students in 58501?
58501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public middle schools average of 29% (majority American Indian).
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