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#187 of 451 schools in ND
Top 41% in state
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School
Middle School · BELCOURT 7
PO Box 440, Belcourt, ND 58316
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#187 of 451
In Belcourt
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
BELCOURT 7
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Turtle Mountain Community Middle School
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is a public middle school in Belcourt, ND, part of BELCOURT 7. Turtle Mountain Community Middle School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Turtle Mountain Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Turtle Mountain Community Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- ND avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Turtle Mountain Community Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Turtle Mountain Community Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Turtle Mountain Community Middle School — Students at Turtle Mountain Community Middle School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 7.2/10.
How Turtle Mountain Community Middle School Compares
See how Turtle Mountain Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 440, Belcourt, ND 58316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Turtle Mountain Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RUGBY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 35.5 miles away, in nearby Rugby), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAINT JOHN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Saint John), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MT PLEASANT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Rolla), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belcourt, see our Belcourt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 35.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Turtle Mountain Middle School Belcourt | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Belcourt | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Turtle Mountain High School Belcourt | 0.2 mi | — |
| TINY TURTLES PRESCHOOL Belcourt | 0.3 mi | — |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belcourt | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Turtle Mountain Elementary School Belcourt | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Ojibwa Indian School Belcourt | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SAINT JOHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint John | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SAINT JOHN HIGH SCHOOL Saint John | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rolla | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MT PLEASANT HIGH SCHOOL Rolla | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ROLETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rolette | 13.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ROLETTE HIGH SCHOOL Rolette | 13.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Dunseith Day School Dunseith | 14.3 mi | 6.5 |
| DUNSEITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dunseith | 14.9 mi | 4.0 |
| DUNSEITH HIGH SCHOOL Dunseith | 15.0 mi | 5.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rugby | 35.0 mi | 4.5 |
| RUGBY ELY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rugby | 35.0 mi | 5.1 |
| RUGBY HIGH SCHOOL Rugby | 35.5 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,611
Median Home Value
$82,300
Median Rent
$467/mo
Population
5,902
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
63%
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
26.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL CASS MIDDLE SCHOOL Casselton, ND | 6.4 |
| WAHPETON MIDDLE SCHOOL Wahpeton, ND | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Turtle Mountain Community Middle School
What grades does Turtle Mountain Community Middle School serve?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Turtle Mountain Community Middle School rank in ND?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School ranks #187 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Turtle Mountain Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Turtle Mountain Community Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School a charter school?
No, Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Turtle Mountain Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, Turtle Mountain Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Turtle Mountain Community Middle School?
100.0% of students at Turtle Mountain Community 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rolette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (701) 477-6471
Resources & Links
District
BELCOURT 7- District Enrollment
- 1,561
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,610
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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