Serving 613 students in grades 6-8, East Middle School - 30 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 35% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Middle School serves the eastern part of Rapid City, SD, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 186.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with some locations being as far as 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Middle School - 30's student population of 613 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
700 acres
School Rankings
East Middle School - 30 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 East Middle School - 30 is 0.57, which is more 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
#505 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
63%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Middle School - 30's ranking?
East Middle School - 30 is ranked #505 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are East Middle School - 30 often compared to?
East Middle School - 30is often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School - 36, Douglas Middle School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend East Middle School - 30?
613 students attend East Middle School - 30.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of East Middle School - 30 students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Middle School - 30?
East Middle School - 30 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Middle School - 30 offer ?
East Middle School - 30 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Middle School - 30 part of?
East Middle School - 30 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love school, I learn well and have a good time. My only problem is I wish they had a drama club. Other than that east is amazing.
1 10/10/2025
I wish we had a baseball unit in P/E and I wish the Education was better. It's very hard to switch classes if needed also the Steam classes are very unorganized.
5 10/10/2025
This school is awesome. Blended learning and Steam2 classes are second to none. Field trips to Spearfish Canyon for Steam field trip day was awesome. Stood in the stream to capture aquatic insects. Aquaponics class has vegetables growing inside. Teachers and administrators are caring.
1 10/10/2025
I absolutely hate this school they don't teach anything different. Most of the classes waste our time and energy. This school is just a hard no!
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