Serving 60 students in grades 6-8, Estelline 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 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Estelline Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 169.4 square miles in Estelline, SD. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estelline Middle School - 03's student population of 60 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
60 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Estelline 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 Estelline Middle School - 03 is 0.34, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
80%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estelline Middle School - 03's ranking?
Estelline 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 Estelline Middle School - 03?
60 students attend Estelline Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Estelline Middle School - 03 students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estelline Middle School - 03?
Estelline 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 Estelline Middle School - 03 offer ?
Estelline Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estelline Middle School - 03 part of?
Estelline Middle School - 03 is part of Estelline School District 28-2.
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