Serving 50 students in grades 6-8, Harding County Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding County Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harding County Middle School - 03's student population of 50 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harding County Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 30% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding County Middle School - 03 is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 616 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding County Middle School - 03's ranking?
Harding County Middle School - 03 is ranked #158 out of 616 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 43% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Harding County Middle School - 03?
50 students attend Harding County Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harding County Middle School - 03 students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding County Middle School - 03?
Harding County Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harding County Middle School - 03 offer ?
Harding County Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harding County Middle School - 03 part of?
Harding County Middle School - 03 is part of Harding County School District 31-1.
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