Carl Ben Eielson Middle School vs Self-Directed Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Dakota, United States, 630 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School
Fargo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
677 students
Self-Directed Academy
Fargo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
16 students
| Measure | Carl Ben Eielson Middle School Fargo, North Dakota | Self-Directed Academy Fargo, North Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #32 of 36 | – |
| National rank | #7121 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 677 | 16 |
| Enrollment | 677 | 16 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 2.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34% | – |
| city | Fargo | Fargo |
| state | North Dakota | North Dakota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Self-Directed Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.5 vs 52.3).
- •Self-Directed Academy does better on students per teacher (2.3 vs 11.7).
- •Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is the larger school with 677 students compared with 16.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Carl Ben Eielson Middle School better than Self-Directed Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Self-Directed Academy ranks higher (57.5 vs 52.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Carl Ben Eielson Middle School and Self-Directed Academy?
About 630 m in a straight line, between Fargo and Fargo in North Dakota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School: 677. Self-Directed Academy: 16. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl Ben Eielson Middle School and Self-Directed Academy rank in North Dakota?
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School is 32nd of 36 and Self-Directed Academy is unranked among middle schools in North Dakota on the 2025 Success Index (US).