Serving 126 students in grades 6-8, Groton Area Middle School - 04 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Groton Area Middle School - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Groton Area Middle School - 04's student population of 126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Groton Area Middle School - 04 ranks within the top 10% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Groton Area Middle School - 04 is 0.10, 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
#46 out of 636 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Groton Area Middle School - 04's ranking?
Groton Area Middle School - 04 is ranked #46 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Groton Area Middle School - 04?
126 students attend Groton Area Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Groton Area Middle School - 04 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Groton Area Middle School - 04?
Groton Area Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Groton Area Middle School - 04 offer ?
Groton Area Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Groton Area Middle School - 04 part of?
Groton Area Middle School - 04 is part of Groton Area School District 06-6.
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