Serving 151 students in grades 6-8, Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elk Point, SD, covering an area of approximately 215.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03's student population of 151 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Elk Point-jefferson 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 Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 is 0.21, 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
#370 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03's ranking?
Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 is ranked #370 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03?
151 students attend Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03?
Elk Point-jefferson 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 Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 offer ?
Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 part of?
Elk Point-jefferson Middle School - 03 is part of Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7.
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