School Overview
Discovery Middle School, located at 1717 40th Ave S in Fargo, North Dakota, is a prominent educational facility serving the local community within the Fargo Public School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical developmental years of early adolescence, providing a structured environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and high school preparedness. The school is committed to fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and a supportive culture for its diverse student body.

The school’s curriculum is broad and comprehensive, typically encompassing core subjects such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often offering elective opportunities that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and physical education. By leveraging resources provided through the Fargo Public Schools system, Discovery Middle School emphasizes student engagement, collaborative learning, and active participation in extracurricular activities. For more detailed information regarding their specific programs, school calendar, or administrative policies, families and community members are encouraged to visit their official website at http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/discovery.
975
Total Students
81.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White672
Hispanic38
Black177
Asian35
Two or More35
American Indian18
  • White
    672 (68.9 %)
  • Black
    177 (18.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    38 (3.9 %)
  • Asian
    35 (3.6 %)
  • Two or More
    35 (3.6 %)
  • American Indian
    18 (1.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: FARGO 1
Phone: (701)446-3300
Website: http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/discovery
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 975
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 81.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 222
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 70
Grades Taught
Grade 6 329
Grade 7 320
Grade 8 326

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6329
Grade 7320
Grade 8326
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female47748.9%
Male49851.1%