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#310 of 451 schools in ND
New Town Middle School
Middle School · NEW TOWN 1
PO Box 700, New Town, ND 58763
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#310 of 451
In New Town
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
NEW TOWN 1
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About New Town Middle School
New Town Middle School is a public middle school in New Town, ND, part of NEW TOWN 1. New Town Middle School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Town Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for New Town Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- ND avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, New Town Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at New Town Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, New Town Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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New Town Middle School — Students at New Town Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How New Town Middle School Compares
See how New Town Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 700, New Town, ND 58763
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Town Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JOHNSON CORNERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 24.4 miles away, in nearby Watford City), which scores notably higher. Another option is TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 34.0 miles away, in nearby Halliday), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANDAREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Mandaree), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Town, see our New Town schools guide .
Nearby Schools
14 within 35.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW TOWN HIGH SCHOOL New Town | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| EDWIN LOE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Town | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MANDAREE HIGH SCHOOL Mandaree | 19.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MANDAREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandaree | 19.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Mandaree Day School Mandaree | 19.6 mi | — |
| STANLEY HIGH SCHOOL Stanley | 23.1 mi | 5.1 |
| STANLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stanley | 23.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parshall | 16.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Parshall | 16.4 mi | 6.1 |
| JOHNSON CORNERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Watford City | 24.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Halliday | 34.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Twin Buttes Day School Hallilday | 34.0 mi | 4.2 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga | 35.5 mi | 2.9 |
| TIOGA HIGH SCHOOL Tioga | 35.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,743
Median Home Value
$219,500
Median Rent
$784/mo
Population
4,229
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MAY-PORT CG MIDDLE SCHOOL Mayville, ND | 5.5 |
| HAZEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazen, ND | 4.9 |
| NORTHERN CASS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hunter, ND | 6.1 |
| VALLEY CITY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Valley City, ND | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Town Middle School
What grades does New Town Middle School serve?
New Town Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend New Town Middle School?
New Town Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Town Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Town Middle School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Town Middle School rank in ND?
New Town Middle School ranks #310 of 451 schools in ND.
What is New Town Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Town Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at New Town Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Town Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is New Town Middle School a charter school?
No, New Town Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Town Middle School a Title I school?
No, New Town Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Town Middle School?
48.2% of students at New Town Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mountrail County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (701) 627-3658
Resources & Links
District
NEW TOWN 1- District Enrollment
- 950
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,294
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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