Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Jamestown Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jamestown Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Jamestown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
6%
5%
White
80%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown Middle School's ranking?
Jamestown Middle School is ranked #137 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Jamestown Middle School?
466 students attend Jamestown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Jamestown Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamestown Middle School?
Jamestown Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jamestown Middle School offer ?
Jamestown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamestown Middle School part of?
Jamestown Middle School is part of Jamestown 1 School District.
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