Serving 1,047 students in grades 6-8, Simle 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 38% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simle Middle School's student population of 1,047 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Every Learner to Thrive!
School Rankings
Simle Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simle Middle School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simle Middle School's ranking?
Simle Middle School is ranked #291 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Simle Middle School often compared to?
Simle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Middle School, Wachter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Simle Middle School?
1,047 students attend Simle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Simle Middle School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simle Middle School?
Simle Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Simle Middle School offer ?
Simle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Simle Middle School part of?
Simle Middle School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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