Serving 47 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Arlington School District, covering approximately 231.6 square miles in and around Arlington, SD. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 14.6 miles.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Jr. High - 03's student population of 47 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Motto
Learning for life.
School Rankings
Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Jr. High - 03 is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
96%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
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 #8 out of 619 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 42% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Arlington Jr. High - 03?
47 students attend Arlington Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arlington Jr. High - 03 students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Jr. High - 03?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Jr. High - 03 part of?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 is part of Arlington School District 38-1.
School Reviews
Review Arlington Jr. High - 03. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.
