Serving 44 students in grades 6-8, Marion Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion Middle School - 03's student population of 44 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion Middle School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Middle School - 03 is 0.20, 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
#352 out of 616 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Middle School - 03's ranking?
Marion Middle School - 03 is ranked #352 out of 616 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
How many students attend Marion Middle School - 03?
44 students attend Marion Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Marion Middle School - 03 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Middle School - 03?
Marion 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 Marion Middle School - 03 offer ?
Marion Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marion Middle School - 03 part of?
Marion Middle School - 03 is part of Marion School District 60-3.
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