Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Huron Middle 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 34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huron Middle School - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Huron Middle School - 02's student population of 710 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Huron Middle 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 Huron Middle School - 02 is 0.69, which is more 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
#420 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
23%
2%
Hispanic
35%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
37%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huron Middle School - 02's ranking?
Huron Middle School - 02 is ranked #420 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Huron Middle School - 02?
710 students attend Huron Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Huron Middle School - 02 students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huron Middle School - 02?
Huron Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Huron Middle School - 02 offer ?
Huron Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huron Middle School - 02 part of?
Huron Middle School - 02 is part of Huron School District 02-2.
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