Serving 85 students in grades 6-8, Ipswich Middle School - 04 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ipswich Middle School - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ipswich Middle School - 04's student population of 85 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Motto
Dare to Dream It... Work to Achieve It.
School Rankings
Ipswich Middle School - 04 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ipswich Middle School - 04 is 0.15, 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
#178 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ipswich Middle School - 04's ranking?
Ipswich Middle School - 04 is ranked #178 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Ipswich Middle School - 04?
85 students attend Ipswich Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ipswich Middle School - 04 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ipswich Middle School - 04?
Ipswich Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ipswich Middle School - 04 offer ?
Ipswich Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ipswich Middle School - 04 part of?
Ipswich Middle School - 04 is part of Ipswich Public School District 22-6.
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