Serving 169 students in grades 7-8, Lennox Jr. High - 08 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lennox Jr. High - 08 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lennox Jr. High - 08's student population of 169 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lennox Jr. High - 08 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lennox Jr. High - 08 is 0.19, 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
#90 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lennox Jr. High - 08's ranking?
Lennox Jr. High - 08 is ranked #90 out of 619 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?
55-59% 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 Lennox Jr. High - 08?
169 students attend Lennox Jr. High - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lennox Jr. High - 08 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lennox Jr. High - 08?
Lennox Jr. High - 08 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lennox Jr. High - 08 offer ?
Lennox Jr. High - 08 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lennox Jr. High - 08 part of?
Lennox Jr. High - 08 is part of Lennox School District 41-4.
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