Serving 71 students in grades 6-8, Florence Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire Florence school district, encompassing approximately 142.8 square miles around Florence, SD. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest points in the zone being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Florence Middle School - 03's student population of 71 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
71 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Florence 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 Florence Middle School - 03 is 0.02, 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
#470 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
99%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Falcon Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Middle School - 03's ranking?
Florence Middle School - 03 is ranked #470 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Florence Middle School - 03?
71 students attend Florence Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Florence Middle School - 03 students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Middle School - 03?
Florence Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence Middle School - 03 offer ?
Florence Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Florence Middle School - 03 part of?
Florence Middle School - 03 is part of Florence School District 14-1.
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