Serving 850 students in grades 6-8, Jim Hill 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 43% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jim Hill Middle School's student population of 850 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Jim Hill 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 Jim Hill Middle School is 0.45, 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
#229 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
5%
5%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Jim Hill Middle School's ranking?
Jim Hill Middle School is ranked #229 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Jim Hill Middle School often compared to?
Jim Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Erik Ramstad Middle School, South Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Jim Hill Middle School?
850 students attend Jim Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Jim Hill Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jim Hill Middle School?
Jim Hill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jim Hill Middle School offer ?
Jim Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jim Hill Middle School part of?
Jim Hill Middle School is part of Minot 1 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
i resomended this school becaause my dauther told me there alot nice teacher and their education i really impresive
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