Serving 61 students in grades 6-8, Centerville Middle School - 03 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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville MS - 03 serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Centerville, SD, covering approximately 138.8 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Centerville Middle School - 03's student population of 61 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centerville Middle School - 03 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 Centerville 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
#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)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
White
95%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville Middle School - 03's ranking?
Centerville Middle School - 03 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 Centerville Middle School - 03?
61 students attend Centerville Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Centerville Middle School - 03 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville Middle School - 03?
Centerville Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centerville Middle School - 03 offer ?
Centerville Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerville Middle School - 03 part of?
Centerville Middle School - 03 is part of Centerville School District 60-1.
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