Serving 1,012 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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian 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: 1,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wachter Middle School serves the southern part of Bismarck, ND, covering an area of approximately 55 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wachter Middle School's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,012 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.52, 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
#289 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)23.9%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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?
1,012 students attend Wachter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wachter Middle School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% 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 10:1.
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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