Serving 50 students in grades 6-8, Armour Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Armour Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Armour, SD school district, covering approximately 129.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armour Middle School - 03's student population of 50 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Armour Middle School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armour Middle School - 03 is 0.35, 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
#486 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
14%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
3%
White
80%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Nighthawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armour Middle School - 03's ranking?
Armour Middle School - 03 is ranked #486 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Armour Middle School - 03?
50 students attend Armour Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Armour Middle School - 03 students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armour Middle School - 03?
Armour Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Armour Middle School - 03 offer ?
Armour Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Armour Middle School - 03 part of?
Armour Middle School - 03 is part of Armour School District 21-1.
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