Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, Turtle Mountain Community 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 21% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turtle Mountain Community Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Belcourt, ND, encompassing approximately 72.1 square miles and serving areas that are typically a 20-30 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located 43.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School's student population of 318 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community 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 Turtle Mountain Community 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
#407 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
100%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School's ranking?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is ranked #407 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
318 students attend Turtle Mountain Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Turtle Mountain Community Middle School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Turtle Mountain Community Middle School offer ?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School part of?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is part of Belcourt 7 School District.
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