Lyman High School, located in Presho, South Dakota, is the only high school in Lyman County. It is also the only high school in Lyman School District 42–1, which also includes two elementary schools and a middle school. Lyman High School's athletic teams are nicknamed the "Raiders".
Serving 84 students in grades 6-8, Lyman Middle School - 02 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 25-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyman Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Presho, SD, covering an area of approximately 1,217.4 square miles. Families may typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 18.7 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 32.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyman Middle School - 02's student population of 84 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyman Middle School - 02 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 Lyman Middle School - 02 is 0.57, which is more 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
#525 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
31%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman Middle School - 02's ranking?
Lyman Middle School - 02 is ranked #525 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Lyman Middle School - 02?
84 students attend Lyman Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lyman Middle School - 02 students are White, 31% of students are American Indian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyman Middle School - 02?
Lyman Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lyman Middle School - 02 offer ?
Lyman Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyman Middle School - 02 part of?
Lyman Middle School - 02 is part of Lyman School District 42-1.
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