The Sanborn Central School District is a public school district in Sanborn County, based in Forestburg, South Dakota. This district was previously known as Artesian-Letcher School District
Serving 35 students in grades 6-8, Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 20% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sanborn Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Artesian, SD, covering approximately 394.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 18.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02's student population of 35 students has grown by 52% 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
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 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 Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 is 0.11, 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
#112 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanborn Central Middle School - 02's ranking?
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 is ranked #112 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Sanborn Central Middle School - 02?
35 students attend Sanborn Central Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanborn Central Middle School - 02?
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 offer ?
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 part of?
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 is part of Sanborn Central School District 55-5.
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