Serving 55 students in grades 6-8, Kadoka Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher 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 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kadoka Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kadoka Middle School - 03's student population of 55 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Kadoka Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kadoka Middle School - 03 is 0.54, 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
#85 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
43%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
53%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kadoka Middle School - 03's ranking?
Kadoka Middle School - 03 is ranked #85 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 Kadoka Middle School - 03?
55 students attend Kadoka Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kadoka Middle School - 03 students are White, 43% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kadoka Middle School - 03?
Kadoka Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kadoka Middle School - 03 offer ?
Kadoka Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kadoka Middle School - 03 part of?
Kadoka Middle School - 03 is part of Kadoka Area School District 35-2.
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