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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wachter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Purple and White
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
American Indian
11%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
68%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 Horizon Middle School, Simle 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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