Serving 53 students in grades 6-8, Faulkton Middle School - 08 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 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Faulkton Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire Faulkton, SD school district, encompassing approximately 917 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 25.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faulkton Middle School - 08 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Faulkton Middle School - 08's student population of 53 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
53 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Faulkton Middle School - 08 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 Faulkton Middle School - 08 is 0.00, 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
#56 out of 619 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Faulkton Middle School - 08's ranking?
Faulkton Middle School - 08 is ranked #56 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Faulkton Middle School - 08?
53 students attend Faulkton Middle School - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Faulkton Middle School - 08 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Faulkton Middle School - 08?
Faulkton Middle School - 08 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Faulkton Middle School - 08 offer ?
Faulkton Middle School - 08 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Faulkton Middle School - 08 part of?
Faulkton Middle School - 08 is part of Faulkton Area Schools 24-4.
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