Serving 91 students in grades 6-8, De Smet Middle School - 03 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 25-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: De Smet Middle School serves the entire district of De Smet, SD, covering an area of approximately 315 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
De Smet Middle School - 03's student population of 91 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
To promote personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education.
School Rankings
De Smet Middle School - 03 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 De Smet Middle School - 03 is 0.19, 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
#528 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Smet Middle School - 03's ranking?
De Smet Middle School - 03 is ranked #528 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend De Smet Middle School - 03?
91 students attend De Smet Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of De Smet Middle School - 03 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Smet Middle School - 03?
De Smet Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does De Smet Middle School - 03 offer ?
De Smet Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is De Smet Middle School - 03 part of?
De Smet Middle School - 03 is part of De Smet School District 38-2.
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