Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Erik Ramstad 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 45% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erik Ramstad Middle School's student population of 700 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Erik Ramstad Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erik Ramstad Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
6%
5%
White
78%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erik Ramstad Middle School's ranking?
Erik Ramstad Middle School is ranked #198 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Erik Ramstad Middle School often compared to?
Erik Ramstad Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Prairie Elementary School, Jim Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Erik Ramstad Middle School?
700 students attend Erik Ramstad Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Erik Ramstad Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erik Ramstad Middle School?
Erik Ramstad Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Erik Ramstad Middle School offer ?
Erik Ramstad Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Erik Ramstad Middle School part of?
Erik Ramstad Middle School is part of Minot 1 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
the best school ever!!!!
5 7/18/2011
Erik Ramstad Middle school is the best school in are town, but right now it is suffering a terrible flood. And we could use al of the help that we could get so if there are any people who would like to help us build my school that I am doing to next year that would be great. But this school can handle anything. So we will hang in with the spirt of Erik Ramstad Middle School.
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