Serving 58 students in grades 6-8, Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 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 60-69% (which is higher 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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Vernon Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mount Vernon, SD, covering approximately 167.8 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.1 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 15.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03's student population of 58 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Motto
'Empowering students to recognize and optimize their full academic potential.'
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is 0.10, 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
#255 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Middle School - 03's ranking?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is ranked #255 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Mount Vernon Middle School - 03?
58 students attend Mount Vernon Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Middle School - 03?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 offer ?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 part of?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is part of Mount Vernon School District 17-3.
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