Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, South Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#181 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
10%
5%
White
60%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #181 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Middle School, J Nelson Kelly Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
552 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Grand Forks 1 School District.
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