Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Watford City 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 34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watford City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Watford City Middle School's student population of 466 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Watford City 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 Watford City Middle School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
23%
7%
Black
3%
5%
White
65%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 Watford City Middle School's ranking?
Watford City Middle School is ranked #323 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Watford City Middle School?
466 students attend Watford City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Watford City Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watford City Middle School?
Watford City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Watford City Middle School offer ?
Watford City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watford City Middle School part of?
Watford City Middle School is part of Mckenzie Co 1 School District.
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