Serving 414 students in grades 5-8, Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 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 33% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Fourche Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Belle Fourche school district, encompassing approximately 954.4 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 42.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
School Rankings
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 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 Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is 0.29, 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
#479 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Fourche Middle School - 07's ranking?
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is ranked #479 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Belle Fourche Middle School - 07?
414 students attend Belle Fourche Middle School - 07.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Fourche Middle School - 07?
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 offer ?
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 part of?
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is part of Belle Fourche School District 09-1.
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