Serving 476 students in grades 6-8, Jamestown Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jamestown Middle School's student population of 476 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Jamestown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
5%
5%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown Middle School's ranking?
Jamestown Middle School is ranked #180 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Jamestown Middle School?
476 students attend Jamestown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jamestown Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamestown Middle School?
Jamestown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jamestown Middle School offer ?
Jamestown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamestown Middle School part of?
Jamestown Middle School is part of Jamestown 1 School District.
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