Serving 23 students in grades 7-8, Eureka Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 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% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Eureka Jr. High - 03's student population of 23 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eureka Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka Jr. High - 03 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 616 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Eureka Jr. High - 03 is ranked #282 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Eureka Jr. High - 03?
23 students attend Eureka Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Eureka Jr. High - 03 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eureka Jr. High - 03?
Eureka Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eureka Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Eureka Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Eureka Jr. High - 03 part of?
Eureka Jr. High - 03 is part of Eureka School District 44-1.
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