Serving 86 students in grades 6-8, Gregory Junior High - 04 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gregory Junior High - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gregory Junior High - 04's student population of 86 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Gregory Junior High - 04 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregory Junior High - 04 is 0.39, 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
#174 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
19%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Gregory Junior High - 04's ranking?
Gregory Junior High - 04 is ranked #174 out of 636 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Gregory Junior High - 04?
86 students attend Gregory Junior High - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gregory Junior High - 04 students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gregory Junior High - 04?
Gregory Junior High - 04 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gregory Junior High - 04 offer ?
Gregory Junior High - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gregory Junior High - 04 part of?
Gregory Junior High - 04 is part of Gregory School District 26-4.
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