Serving 45 students in grades 6-8, Henry Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Middle School serves the entire district of Henry, SD, covering an extensive area of approximately 100.2 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, and the furthest distance being about 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Middle School - 03's student population of 45 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Middle School - 03 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 Henry Middle School - 03 is 0.00, 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
#570 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Middle School - 03's ranking?
Henry Middle School - 03 is ranked #570 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Henry Middle School - 03?
45 students attend Henry Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Henry Middle School - 03 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Middle School - 03?
Henry Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry Middle School - 03 offer ?
Henry Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Middle School - 03 part of?
Henry Middle School - 03 is part of Henry School District 14-2.
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