Serving 39 students in grades 7-8, Ethan Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ethan JH - 03's attendance zone covers the entire Ethan, SD school district, encompassing approximately 107.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethan Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ethan Jr. High - 03's student population of 39 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Ethan Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 10% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ethan Jr. High - 03 is 0.15, 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
#32 out of 619 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rustlers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethan Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Ethan Jr. High - 03 is ranked #32 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Ethan Jr. High - 03?
39 students attend Ethan Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ethan Jr. High - 03 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ethan Jr. High - 03?
Ethan Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ethan Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Ethan Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ethan Jr. High - 03 part of?
Ethan Jr. High - 03 is part of Ethan School District 17-1.
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