Tea Middle School serves 172 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Tea Middle School?
172 students attend Tea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tea Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tea Middle School?
Tea Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tea Middle School offer ?
Tea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tea Middle School part of?
Tea Middle School is part of Lennox School District 41-4.
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