WAHPETON MIDDLE SCHOOL

WAHPETON 37
1265 12th St N
Wahpeton, ND 58075
272 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Wahpeton Middle School, located at 1265 12th St N in Wahpeton, North Dakota, serves as a foundational educational hub for the local community. As part of the Wahpeton Public School District, the school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of early adolescents. The institution prioritizes creating a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement, critical thinking, and character building during these formative years.

Beyond the standard academic curriculum, the school integrates various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to help students explore their interests and build a sense of belonging. By maintaining a connection to the broader Wahpeton school system, the middle school emphasizes continuity and preparation for future success. Those interested in specific school policies, staff directories, or current district initiatives can find further information on their official website at [http://www.wahpetonschools.org](http://www.wahpetonschools.org).
272
Total Students
19.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    213 (78.3%)
  • American Indian
    23 (8.5%)
  • Hispanic
    21 (7.7%)
  • Black
    8 (2.9%)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.2%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: WAHPETON 37
Phone: (701)642-6687
Website: http://www.wahpetonschools.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 272
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 66
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 90
Grade 7 94
Grade 8 88
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Circle of Nations
Circle of Nations
Charter School 121 Students
832 8th Street North
Wahpeton, ND 58075 (0.4 miles away)
Middle School 4th - 8th