Serving 480 students in grades 6-8, North Middle School - 35 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 15% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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North Middle School - 35 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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North Middle School - 35's student population of 480 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
North Middle School - 35 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 North Middle School - 35 is 0.70, which is more 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
#587 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
46%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
23%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is North Middle School - 35's ranking?
North Middle School - 35 is ranked #587 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are North Middle School - 35 often compared to?
North Middle School - 35is often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School - 36 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend North Middle School - 35?
480 students attend North Middle School - 35.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Middle School - 35 students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Middle School - 35?
North Middle School - 35 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Middle School - 35 offer ?
North Middle School - 35 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Middle School - 35 part of?
North Middle School - 35 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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