Serving 33 students in grades 6-8, Lake Preston Middle School - 03 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 30-39% (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 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Preston Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lake Preston, SD, encompassing approximately 204.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Preston Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Preston Middle School - 03's student population of 33 students has declined by 5% 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
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Motto
BUILDING FOUNDATIONS, SHAPING FUTURES
School Rankings
Lake Preston Middle School - 03 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 Lake Preston Middle School - 03 is 0.22, 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
#461 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Hispanic
6%
9%
White
88%
66%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Lake Preston Middle School - 03's ranking?
Lake Preston Middle School - 03 is ranked #461 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?
30-39% 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 Lake Preston Middle School - 03?
33 students attend Lake Preston Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lake Preston Middle School - 03 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Preston Middle School - 03?
Lake Preston Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lake Preston Middle School - 03 offer ?
Lake Preston Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Preston Middle School - 03 part of?
Lake Preston Middle School - 03 is part of Lake Preston School District 38-3.
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