Serving 22 students in grades 6-8, Leola Jr. High - 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 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Leola Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Leola, SD, encompassing approximately 597.3 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 20.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leola Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leola Jr. High - 03's student population of 22 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Leola Jr. High - 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 Leola Jr. High - 03 is 0.00, 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
#378 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leola Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Leola Jr. High - 03 is ranked #378 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Leola Jr. High - 03?
22 students attend Leola Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Leola Jr. High - 03 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leola Jr. High - 03?
Leola Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leola Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Leola Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leola Jr. High - 03 part of?
Leola Jr. High - 03 is part of Leola School District 44-2.
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