Serving 677 students in grades 6-8, Carl Ben Eielson 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 35% (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 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carl Ben Eielson Middle School serves the northeast part of Fargo, ND, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School's student population of 677 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
677 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
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Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Carl Ben Eielson 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 Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#318 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
3%
11%
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Asian
5%
1%
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Hispanic
12%
8%
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Black
17%
5%
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White
57%
70%
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Ben Eielson Middle School's ranking?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is ranked #318 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Carl Ben Eielson Middle School often compared to?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Franklin Middle School, Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Carl Ben Eielson Middle School?
677 students attend Carl Ben Eielson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Carl Ben Eielson Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Ben Eielson Middle School?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carl Ben Eielson Middle School offer ?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carl Ben Eielson Middle School part of?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl Ben Eielson Middle School located?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is located in the Carl Ben neighborhood of Fargo, ND. There are 2 other public schools located in Carl Ben.
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