Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Tea Area Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TEA AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL serves the entire district of Tea, SD, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 22.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tea Area Middle School - 02's student population of 583 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Tea Area Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tea Area Middle School - 02 is 0.34, 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
#153 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
5%
3%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tea Area Middle School - 02's ranking?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 is ranked #153 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Tea Area Middle School - 02?
583 students attend Tea Area Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Tea Area Middle School - 02 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tea Area Middle School - 02?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tea Area Middle School - 02 offer ?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tea Area Middle School - 02 part of?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 is part of Tea Area School District 41-5.
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