Serving 611 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 32% (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 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Middle School - 30 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Middle School - 30's student population of 611 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
East Middle School - 30 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Middle School - 30 is 0.54, 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
#521 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Middle School - 30's ranking?
East Middle School - 30 is ranked #521 out of 636 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 Douglas Middle School - 01, South Middle School - 36 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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?
611 students attend East Middle School - 30.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Middle School - 30 students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 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 15:1, 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
1 5/29/2021
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!
5 2/1/2021
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 3/25/2020
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 2/21/2019
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.
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