Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than 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 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School - 02's student population of 59 students has grown by 15% 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
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School - 02 is 0.24, 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
#185 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School - 02's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 is ranked #185 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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?
59 students attend Northwestern Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Northwestern Middle School - 02 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School - 02?
Northwestern Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 15:1, 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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