Serving 194 students in grades 6-8, Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 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 25-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02's student population of 194 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 24, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 14, 2026
School Rankings
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 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 Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 is 0.59, 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
#528 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
39%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
51%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlain Jr. High - 02's ranking?
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 is ranked #528 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Chamberlain Jr. High - 02?
194 students attend Chamberlain Jr. High - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 students are White, 39% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamberlain Jr. High - 02?
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 offer ?
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 part of?
Chamberlain Jr. High - 02 is part of Chamberlain School District 07-1.
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