Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Carl Ben Eielson 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 31% (which is lower 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 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 639 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 42%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in ND
Math Proficiency
: 31% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 39% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 36% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is 0.62, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Carl Ben Eielson Middle School?
639 students attend Carl Ben Eielson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Carl Ben Eielson Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Ben Eielson Middle School?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carl Ben Eielson Middle School offer ?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Ben Eielson Middle School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 639 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 42%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 31% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 39% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 36% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Related School Videos
0:42
Related School News
who went missing from Carl Ben Eielson Middle School on 13th Ave S in Fargo and was last seen at ...
The 2021 recipients were: Teacher of the Year: Jessica Magnuson, Carl Ben Eielson Middle School ...
FARGO - The Reality Fair at Carl Ben Eielson Middle School was a reality check Monday for 13 ...
