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Northside School

Summary:

Northside School is a public middle school in Wolf Point, MT, serving grades 4-6 with a total enrollment of 151 students. The school is part of the Wolf Point Elementary School District, which is ranked 280 out of 300 school districts in Montana and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Northside School stands out for its significantly higher percentage of Native American students (78.81%) compared to the surrounding schools and the state average. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by state test scores, is consistently lower than the state averages in mathematics, reading, and science. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, only 9.92% of Northside students were proficient or better in mathematics, compared to the state average of 36.59%. Despite a relatively low student-teacher ratio and higher spending per student, the school's performance remains a concern.

When comparing Northside School to the nearby Wolf Point 7-8 and Frazer 7-8 schools, Northside School is performing better academically, particularly in mathematics and reading. However, the performance of all these schools is significantly below the state averages, indicating a broader challenge in the region. Addressing the underlying factors, such as the high percentage of Native American students and the socioeconomic and cultural influences, could be crucial for improving the school's performance and supporting student success.


Detail:

Public 4-6

 710 4th Avenue North
       Wolf Point, MT  59201

(406) 653-1653

District: Wolf Point Elementary

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,988 Help


Students who attend Northside School usually attend:

High:    Wolf Point High School

Feeder schools for Northside School:

Elementary:    Southside School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.9 Help
Number of students:  151

Racial breakdown:

American Indian:
78.8%
Two or more races:
12.6%
White:
5.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  92.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Northside School ranks worse than 94.6% of elementary schools in Montana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 5.93. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: American Indian (78.8%), two or more races (12.6%), White (5.3%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Northside School is 10.9. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Northside School is $17,988.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Northside School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Wolf Point Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Wolf Point Elementary 280th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Northside School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 15.46 223rd 234 4.7%
2007 16.35 217th 230 5.7%
2008 13.75 184th 194 5.2%
2009 9.35 179th 190 5.8%
2010 15.06 212th 241 12.0%
2011 12.76 234th 247 5.3%
2012 9.33 235th 244 3.7%
2013 10.09 235th 246 4.5%
2015 5.96 277th 287 3.5%
2021 8.14 334th 356 6.2%
2022 7.35 314th 329 4.6%
2023 5.93 314th 332 5.4%
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Data source: test scores: Montana Office of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Enrollment information for Northside School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1990 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 218 218
1991 88 0 2 0 135 n/a n/a 0 225
1992 88 0 1 0 152 n/a n/a 0 241
1993 79 0 1 0 168 n/a n/a 0 248
1994 77 0 3 1 153 n/a n/a 0 234
1995 80 0 4 0 168 n/a n/a 0 252
1996 80 0 4 0 168 n/a n/a 0 252
1997 70 0 4 1 187 n/a n/a 0 262
1998 66 0 3 1 182 n/a n/a 0 252
1999 56 0 4 0 178 n/a n/a 0 238
2000 59 1 4 0 157 n/a n/a 0 221
2001 47 2 3 0 171 n/a n/a 0 223
2002 32 1 1 1 184 n/a n/a 0 219
2003 32 1 1 1 184 n/a n/a 0 219
2004 33 0 1 1 158 n/a n/a 0 193
2005 29 0 0 3 153 n/a n/a 0 185
2006 22 1 2 4 151 n/a n/a 0 180
2007 28 0 1 3 149 n/a n/a 0 181
2008 24 0 1 1 143 n/a n/a 0 169
2009 20 0 0 1 152 n/a n/a 0 173
2010 23 0 1 1 166 n/a n/a 0 191
2011 18 0 1 4 147 0 18 0 188
2012 25 2 1 1 154 0 2 0 185
2013 20 0 0 10 121 0 32 0 183
2014 21 0 0 5 133 0 29 0 188
2015 16 0 0 5 125 0 23 0 169
2016 23 0 0 11 123 0 28 0 185
2017 21 0 0 12 121 1 28 0 183
2018 19 0 0 8 118 0 29 0 174
2019 19 0 0 8 130 0 24 0 181
2020 18 0 0 6 143 0 22 0 189
2021 12 0 2 3 121 0 20 0 158
2022 11 0 4 4 128 0 17 0 164
2023 8 0 1 4 119 0 19 0 151

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Northside School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1990 218 15.2 14.3 35.8
1991 225 13.3 16.9 56.4
1992 241 13.3 18.1 53.9
1993 248 16.8 14.8 55.2
1994 234 15.8 14.8 53
1995 252 16.3 15.5 50
1996 252 16.3 15.5 50
1997 262 15.3 17.1 56.5
1998 252 15.3 16.5 54.8
1999 238 15.8 15.1 72.3
2000 221 16.6 13.3 72.9
2001 223 15.4 14.5 76.2
2002 219 17.4 12.6 82.2
2003 219 17.4 12.6 82.2
2004 193 16.9 11.4 72.5
2005 185 16.7 11.1 67.6
2006 180 16.2 11.1 62.2
2007 181 16.3 11.1 77.3
2008 169 20.3 8.3 78.1
2009 173 18.0 9.6 78
2010 191 19.5 9.7 98.4
2011 188 17.0 11.0 98.4
2012 185 14.8 12.4 98.4
2013 183 13.3 13.7 98.4
2014 188 14.0 13.4 98.4
2015 169 12.0 14.0 100
2016 185 11.0 16.8 100
2017 183 10.9 16.6 100
2018 174 13.0 13.3 100
2019 181 14.5 12.4 66.3
2020 189 15.0 12.6 92.6
2021 158 16.1 9.8 n/a
2022 164 12.6 12.9 n/a
2023 151 13.8 10.9 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Northside School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1990 218 15.2 14.3 35.8
1991 225 13.3 16.9 56.4
1992 241 13.3 18.1 53.9
1993 248 16.8 14.8 55.2
1994 234 15.8 14.8 53
1995 252 16.3 15.5 50
1996 252 16.3 15.5 50
1997 262 15.3 17.1 56.5
1998 252 15.3 16.5 54.8
1999 238 15.8 15.1 72.3
2000 221 16.6 13.3 72.9
2001 223 15.4 14.5 76.2
2002 219 17.4 12.6 82.2
2003 219 17.4 12.6 82.2
2004 193 16.9 11.4 72.5
2005 185 16.7 11.1 67.6
2006 180 16.2 11.1 62.2
2007 181 16.3 11.1 77.3
2008 169 20.3 8.3 78.1
2009 173 18.0 9.6 78
2010 191 19.5 9.7 98.4
2011 188 17.0 11.0 98.4
2012 185 14.8 12.4 98.4
2013 183 13.3 13.7 98.4
2014 188 14.0 13.4 98.4
2015 169 12.0 14.0 100
2016 185 11.0 16.8 100
2017 183 10.9 16.6 100
2018 174 13.0 13.3 100
2019 181 14.5 12.4 66.3
2020 189 15.0 12.6 92.6
2021 158 16.1 9.8 n/a
2022 164 12.6 12.9 n/a
2023 151 13.8 10.9 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Northside School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $12,524
2021 $16,550
2022 $15,561
2023 $17,988

Data source: Montana Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Northside School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students181151
 16.6%
African American00
American Indian130119
 8.5%
Asian01
Hispanic84
 50%
Pacific Islander00
White198
 57.9%
Two or More Races2419
 20.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northside School

Students who attend Northside School usually go on to attend Wolf Point High School

Students at Northside School are 79% American Indian, 13% Two or more races, 5% White, 3% Hispanic.

In the 2022-23 school year, 151 students attended Northside School.


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