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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
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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