Serving 49 students in grades 7-8, Freeman Jr High - 05 ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freeman Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Freeman, SD, encompassing approximately 237.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freeman Jr High - 05's student population of 49 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Freeman Jr High - 05 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 Freeman Jr High - 05 is 0.31, 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
#161 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Hispanic
14%
9%
White
82%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Freeman Jr High - 05's ranking?
Freeman Jr High - 05 is ranked #161 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Freeman Jr High - 05?
49 students attend Freeman Jr High - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Freeman Jr High - 05 students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeman Jr High - 05?
Freeman Jr High - 05 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Freeman Jr High - 05 offer ?
Freeman Jr High - 05 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Freeman Jr High - 05 part of?
Freeman Jr High - 05 is part of Freeman School District 33-1.
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