Serving 49 students in grades 6-8, Plankinton Middle School - 03 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 11-19% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plankinton Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire Plankinton school district, encompassing approximately 277.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 11.1 miles and the furthest edge located 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plankinton Middle School - 03's student population of 49 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Plankinton Middle School - 03 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 Plankinton Middle School - 03 is 0.52, 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
#522 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
33%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
61%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plankinton Middle School - 03's ranking?
Plankinton Middle School - 03 is ranked #522 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Plankinton Middle School - 03?
49 students attend Plankinton Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Plankinton Middle School - 03 students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plankinton Middle School - 03?
Plankinton 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 Plankinton Middle School - 03 offer ?
Plankinton Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plankinton Middle School - 03 part of?
Plankinton Middle School - 03 is part of Plankinton School District 01-1.
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