Serving 1,003 students in grades 6-8, Mandan 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 34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 1,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mandan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mandan Middle School's student population of 1,003 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,003 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mandan 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 Mandan Middle School is 0.41, 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
#333 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
5%
5%
White
76%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandan Middle School's ranking?
Mandan Middle School is ranked #333 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Mandan Middle School?
1,003 students attend Mandan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mandan Middle School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mandan Middle School?
Mandan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Mandan Middle School offer ?
Mandan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mandan Middle School part of?
Mandan Middle School is part of Mandan 1 School District.
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