Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, North Middle School - 35 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 15% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 79% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Middle School serves the northern part of Rapid City, SD, covering an area of approximately 18.8 square miles, with most students living within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Middle School - 35's student population of 418 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Middle School - 35 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 North Middle School - 35 is 0.68, 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
#587 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
49%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
21%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Middle School - 35's ranking?
North Middle School - 35 is ranked #587 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are North Middle School - 35 often compared to?
North Middle School - 35is often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School - 36 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend North Middle School - 35?
418 students attend North Middle School - 35.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Middle School - 35 students are American Indian, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Middle School - 35?
North Middle School - 35 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Middle School - 35 offer ?
North Middle School - 35 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Middle School - 35 part of?
North Middle School - 35 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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