Serving 30 students in grades 6-8, Frederick Area Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frederick Area Middle School - 03's student population of 30 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Area Middle School - 03 is 0.18, 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
#127 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Area Middle School - 03's ranking?
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 is ranked #127 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Frederick Area Middle School - 03?
30 students attend Frederick Area Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Frederick Area Middle School - 03 students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Area Middle School - 03?
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frederick Area Middle School - 03 offer ?
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Area Middle School - 03 part of?
Frederick Area Middle School - 03 is part of Frederick Area School District 06-2.
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