Serving 36 students in grades 7-8, Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Jr. High - 03's student population of 36 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 5% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Jr. High - 03 is 0.15, 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
#7 out of 616 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 is ranked #7 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Arlington Jr. High - 03?
36 students attend Arlington Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Arlington Jr. High - 03 students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Jr. High - 03?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Jr. High - 03 part of?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 is part of Arlington School District 38-1.
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