Serving 19 students in grades 6-8, Big Stone City Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Stone City Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 20.7 square miles in Big Stone City, SD. Most areas are within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Stone City Middle School - 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
Big Stone City Middle School - 03's student population of 19 students has grown by 137% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Stone City Middle School - 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 Big Stone City Middle School - 03 is 0.10, 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
#29 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Stone City Middle School - 03's ranking?
Big Stone City Middle School - 03 is ranked #29 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Big Stone City Middle School - 03?
19 students attend Big Stone City Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Big Stone City Middle School - 03 students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Stone City Middle School - 03?
Big Stone City Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Stone City Middle School - 03 offer ?
Big Stone City Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Stone City Middle School - 03 part of?
Big Stone City Middle School - 03 is part of Big Stone City School District 25-1.
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