Serving 222 students in grades 6-8, Milbank 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 41% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milbank Middle School - 02's student population of 222 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Students to Meet Life’s Transitions and Future Challenges
School Rankings
Milbank 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 Milbank Middle School - 02 is 0.33, 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
#334 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milbank Middle School - 02's ranking?
Milbank Middle School - 02 is ranked #334 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Milbank Middle School - 02?
222 students attend Milbank Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Milbank Middle School - 02 students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milbank Middle School - 02?
Milbank Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Milbank Middle School - 02 offer ?
Milbank Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milbank Middle School - 02 part of?
Milbank Middle School - 02 is part of Milbank School District 25-4.
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