Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dakota Valley Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire North Sioux City school district, covering approximately 29.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 is 0.42, 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
#163 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
75%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Valley Middle School - 03's ranking?
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 is ranked #163 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Dakota Valley Middle School - 03?
345 students attend Dakota Valley Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Valley Middle School - 03?
Dakota Valley 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 Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 offer ?
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 part of?
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 is part of Dakota Valley School District 61-8.
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