Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, Ben Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Franklin Middle School's student population of 899 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
Ben Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Franklin Middle School is 0.44, which is less 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
#230 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
7%
5%
White
74%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Ben Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Ben Franklin Middle School is ranked #230 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Ben Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Ben Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Ben Eielson Middle School, Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Ben Franklin Middle School?
899 students attend Ben Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ben Franklin Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Franklin Middle School?
Ben Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ben Franklin Middle School offer ?
Ben Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ben Franklin Middle School part of?
Ben Franklin Middle School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Franklin Middle School located?
Ben Franklin Middle School is located in the NDSU neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
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