Serving 73 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School - 02's student population of 73 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School - 02 is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School - 02's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 is ranked #185 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School - 02?
73 students attend Northwestern Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northwestern Middle School - 02 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School - 02?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School - 02 offer ?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Middle School - 02 part of?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 is part of Northwestern Area School District 56-7.
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