Serving 45 students in grades 6-8, Langford Area Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langford Area Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Langford Area Middle School - 03's student population of 45 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langford Area Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 20% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langford Area Middle School - 03 is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 616 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langford Area Middle School - 03's ranking?
Langford Area Middle School - 03 is ranked #68 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Langford Area Middle School - 03?
45 students attend Langford Area Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Langford Area Middle School - 03 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langford Area Middle School - 03?
Langford Area Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Langford Area Middle School - 03 offer ?
Langford Area Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Langford Area Middle School - 03 part of?
Langford Area Middle School - 03 is part of Langford Area 45-5 School District.
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