Serving 56 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mellette, SD school district, covering approximately 669.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 16.1 miles and the furthest edge located 27.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School - 02's student population of 56 students has declined by 12% 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
56 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School - 02 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 Northwestern Middle School - 02 is 0.21, 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
#243 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
4%
14%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
89%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School - 02's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 is ranked #243 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School - 02?
56 students attend Northwestern Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northwestern Middle School - 02 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School - 02?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School - 02 offer ?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern Middle School - 02 part of?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 is part of Northwestern Area School District 56-7.
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