Serving 35 students in grades 6-8, Herreid Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Herreid Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Herreid, SD, covering an area of approximately 274.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herreid Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herreid Middle School - 03's student population of 35 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Herreid Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herreid Middle School - 03 is 0.49, 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
#64 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
14%
Hispanic
17%
9%
White
69%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herreid Middle School - 03's ranking?
Herreid Middle School - 03 is ranked #64 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Herreid Middle School - 03?
35 students attend Herreid Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Herreid Middle School - 03 students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herreid Middle School - 03?
Herreid Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Herreid Middle School - 03 offer ?
Herreid Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herreid Middle School - 03 part of?
Herreid Middle School - 03 is part of Herreid School District 10-1.
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