Serving 108 students in grades 6-8, Bon Homme Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bon Homme Middle School - 02's student population of 108 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To ensure that our students have the resources to succeed in a changing world.
School Rankings
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Homme Middle School - 02 is 0.13, 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
#90 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
93%
66%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Bon Homme Middle School - 02's ranking?
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 is ranked #90 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Bon Homme Middle School - 02?
108 students attend Bon Homme Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bon Homme Middle School - 02 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bon Homme Middle School - 02?
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bon Homme Middle School - 02 offer ?
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bon Homme Middle School - 02 part of?
Bon Homme Middle School - 02 is part of Bon Homme School District 04-2.
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