Serving 90 students in grades 6-8, Parkston Middle School - 05 ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkston Middle School - 05's student population of 90 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Parkston Middle School - 05 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkston Middle School - 05 is 0.24, 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
#168 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Parkston Middle School - 05's ranking?
Parkston Middle School - 05 is ranked #168 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Parkston Middle School - 05?
90 students attend Parkston Middle School - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Parkston Middle School - 05 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkston Middle School - 05?
Parkston Middle School - 05 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parkston Middle School - 05 offer ?
Parkston Middle School - 05 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkston Middle School - 05 part of?
Parkston Middle School - 05 is part of Parkston School District 33-3.
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