Serving 44 students in grades 6-8, Langford Area 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is higher 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 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Langford Area Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Langford, SD, covering an area of approximately 424.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 30.5 miles to the furthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Langford Area Middle School - 03's student population of 44 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
44 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Langford Area 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 Langford Area Middle School - 03 is 0.21, 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
#413 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
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
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
White
89%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #413 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?
40-49% 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 Langford Area Middle School - 03?
44 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 Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langford Area Middle School - 03?
Langford Area Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Langford Area Middle School - 03 part of?
Langford Area Middle School - 03 is part of Langford Area School District 45-5.
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