Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, South 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 34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower 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: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Middle School serves the southeastern part of Grand Forks, ND, covering an area of approximately 36.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 549 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1932
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Middle School is 0.64, 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
#194 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #194 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Middle School, J Nelson Kelly Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
549 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Grand Forks 1 School District.
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