Serving 108 students in grades 6-8, Webster Area Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster Area Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Webster, SD, covering approximately 493 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster Area Middle School - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Webster Area Middle School - 02's student population of 108 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
108 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Webster Area Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster Area Middle School - 02 is 0.17, 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
#238 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster Area Middle School - 02's ranking?
Webster Area Middle School - 02 is ranked #238 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Webster Area Middle School - 02?
108 students attend Webster Area Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Webster Area Middle School - 02 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Area Middle School - 02?
Webster Area Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Webster Area Middle School - 02 offer ?
Webster Area Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Webster Area Middle School - 02 part of?
Webster Area Middle School - 02 is part of Webster Area School District 18-5.
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