Serving 68 students in grades 6-8, Canistota Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canistota MS - 03's attendance zone covers the entire Canistota, SD school district, encompassing an area of approximately 98.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canistota Middle School - 03's student population of 68 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canistota Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canistota Middle School - 03 is 0.22, 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
#230 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
14%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-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 Canistota Middle School - 03's ranking?
Canistota Middle School - 03 is ranked #230 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Canistota Middle School - 03?
68 students attend Canistota Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Canistota Middle School - 03 students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canistota Middle School - 03?
Canistota Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canistota Middle School - 03 offer ?
Canistota Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canistota Middle School - 03 part of?
Canistota Middle School - 03 is part of Canistota School District 43-1.
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