Serving 49 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Meade County School - 09 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 30-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Enning/Union Center Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Union Center, SD, encompassing approximately 3,117 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 31.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance reaching up to 50.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Meade County School - 09's student population of 49 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Central Meade County School - 09 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 Central Meade County School - 09 is 0.18, 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
#461 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
22.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (99-00)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Meade County School - 09's ranking?
Central Meade County School - 09 is ranked #461 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Central Meade County School - 09?
49 students attend Central Meade County School - 09.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Meade County School - 09 students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Meade County School - 09?
Central Meade County School - 09 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Meade County School - 09 offer ?
Central Meade County School - 09 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Meade County School - 09 part of?
Central Meade County School - 09 is part of Meade School District 46-1.
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