Serving 681 students in grades 6-8, Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 ranks in the bottom 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Cooperatively Inspire All Students to Achieve Their Potential
School Rankings
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 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 Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is 0.48, 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
#398 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
14%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgia Morse Middle School - 02's ranking?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is ranked #398 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Georgia Morse Middle School - 02?
681 students attend Georgia Morse Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgia Morse Middle School - 02?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 offer ?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 part of?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is part of Pierre School District 32-2.
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