Serving 464 students in grades 6-8, Simmons 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 36% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Simmons Middle School serves the southern part of Aberdeen, SD, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simmons Middle School - 03's student population of 464 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Simmons 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 Simmons Middle School - 03 is 0.59, 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
#488 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
3%
3%
White
62%
66%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmons Middle School - 03's ranking?
Simmons Middle School - 03 is ranked #488 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Simmons Middle School - 03?
464 students attend Simmons Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Simmons Middle School - 03 students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simmons Middle School - 03?
Simmons Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Simmons Middle School - 03 offer ?
Simmons Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simmons Middle School - 03 part of?
Simmons Middle School - 03 is part of Aberdeen School District 06-1.
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