Serving 19 students in grades 7-8, Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 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 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hitchcock-Tulare Jr. High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tulare school district, covering approximately 480.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02's student population of 19 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 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 Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 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
#489 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02's ranking?
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 is ranked #489 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02?
19 students attend Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02?
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 offer ?
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 part of?
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 is part of Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6.
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