Serving 41 students in grades 7-8, Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 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 30-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wessington Springs Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Wessington Springs school district, encompassing approximately 746.3 square miles. This area includes a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school and extends up to 36.5 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04's student population of 41 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 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 Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 is 0.19, 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
#316 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
3%
3%
White
90%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04's ranking?
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 is ranked #316 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04?
41 students attend Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04?
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 offer ?
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 part of?
Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 is part of Wessington Springs School District 36-2.
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