Best 58503 North Dakota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,140 students in 58503, ND.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 58503, ND are Naughton Elementary School and Horizon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 58503 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Dakota public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 58503, ND have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public middle school average of 30% (majority American Indian).

Best 58503, ND Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Naughton Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9101 123rd Ave Ne
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 673-3119
Gr: PK-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
500 Ash Coulee Dr
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,124 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 58503, ND?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 58503, ND include Naughton Elementary School and Horizon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 58503?
2 public middle schools are located in 58503.
What is the racial composition of students in 58503?
58503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the North Dakota public middle schools average of 30% (majority American Indian).

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