Serving 272 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 58% (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 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian 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: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 58% (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 272 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wahpeton Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahpeton Middle School is 0.38, 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
#28 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
3%
5%
White
78%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wahpeton 37 School District
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 #28 out of 449 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?
58% 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?
272 students attend Wahpeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wahpeton Middle School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahpeton Middle School?
Wahpeton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Wahpeton Middle School offer ?
Wahpeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wahpeton Middle School part of?
Wahpeton Middle School is part of Wahpeton 37 School District.
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