For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 34 students in Highmore, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in Highmore, SD is Highmore Jr. High - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highmore, SD public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Highmore have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Middle Schools in Highmore, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highmore Jr. High - 03
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
415 Iowa Ave S
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2275
Highmore, SD 57345
(605) 852-2275
Gr: 7-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Highmore, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Highmore, SD include Highmore Jr. High - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in Highmore?
1 public middle schools are located in Highmore.
What is the racial composition of students in Highmore?
Highmore public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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