Serving 42 students in grades 6-8, Rosholt Middle School - 04 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosholt Jr. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rosholt, SD school district, covering approximately 172.4 square miles. Most students typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosholt Middle School - 04's student population of 42 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosholt Middle School - 04 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 Rosholt Middle School - 04 is 0.58, 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
#517 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy & Gold
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosholt Middle School - 04's ranking?
Rosholt Middle School - 04 is ranked #517 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Rosholt Middle School - 04?
42 students attend Rosholt Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Rosholt Middle School - 04 students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosholt Middle School - 04?
Rosholt Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rosholt Middle School - 04 offer ?
Rosholt Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rosholt Middle School - 04 part of?
Rosholt Middle School - 04 is part of Rosholt School District 54-4.
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