Wachter Middle School

1107 S 7th St
Bismarck, ND 58504
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, Wachter 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 40% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,007 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Bottom 50% in ND
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

School Overview

Wachter Middle School's student population of 1,007 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower Every Learner to Thrive!

School Rankings

Wachter 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 Wachter Middle School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ND)
#289 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40%
39%
39%
44%
52%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
13%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 Wachter Middle School's ranking?
Wachter Middle School is ranked #289 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Wachter Middle School often compared to?
Wachter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simle Middle School, Horizon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Wachter Middle School?
1,007 students attend Wachter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wachter Middle School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wachter Middle School?
Wachter Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wachter Middle School offer ?
Wachter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wachter Middle School part of?
Wachter Middle School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,007 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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