Serving 34 students in grades 7-8, Highmore Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highmore Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Highmore, SD, encompassing approximately 1,134.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 22.3 miles to the nearest zone edge and a furthest edge of 34.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highmore Jr. High - 03's student population of 34 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Succeed in education, Care about character, Hold onto dreams, Obtain highest potential, Open their minds, Love to learn.
School Rankings
Highmore Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highmore Jr. High - 03 is 0.45, 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
#252 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
White
73%
66%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pirate Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highmore Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Highmore Jr. High - 03 is ranked #252 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Highmore Jr. High - 03?
34 students attend Highmore Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Highmore Jr. High - 03 students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highmore Jr. High - 03?
Highmore Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highmore Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Highmore Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highmore Jr. High - 03 part of?
Highmore Jr. High - 03 is part of Highmore-Harrold School District 34-2.
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