Serving 94 students in grades 6-8, Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (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 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Platte - Geddes Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Platte school district in Platte, SD, covering an area of approximately 632.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge being 24.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03's student population of 94 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 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
#90 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
14%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
87%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Black Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 is ranked #90 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03?
94 students attend Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03?
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 part of?
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 is part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
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