Serving 46 students in grades 5-8, Fort Yates 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Yates Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 418.5 square miles in Fort Yates, ND, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes and distances reaching up to 28.2 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Yates Middle School's student population of 46 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Yates 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 Fort Yates Middle School is 0.00, 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
#441 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Yates Middle School's ranking?
Fort Yates Middle School is ranked #441 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Fort Yates Middle School?
46 students attend Fort Yates Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fort Yates Middle School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Yates Middle School?
Fort Yates Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fort Yates Middle School offer ?
Fort Yates Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Yates Middle School part of?
Fort Yates Middle School is part of FT Yates 4 School District.
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