Serving 37 students in grades 6-8, Menno Middle School - 05 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 20-24% (which is lower than 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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Menno Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Menno, SD school district, covering approximately 174.2 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menno Middle School - 05's student population of 37 students has declined by 26% 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
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Menno School District vision is to help our students become productive members of society and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Menno Middle School - 05 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 Menno Middle School - 05 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
#523 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves And The Trappers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menno Middle School - 05's ranking?
Menno Middle School - 05 is ranked #523 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?
20-24% 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 Menno Middle School - 05?
37 students attend Menno Middle School - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Menno Middle School - 05 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menno Middle School - 05?
Menno Middle School - 05 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Menno Middle School - 05 offer ?
Menno Middle School - 05 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Menno Middle School - 05 part of?
Menno Middle School - 05 is part of Menno School District 33-2.
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