Serving 20 students in grades 7-8, Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02's student population of 20 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 is 0.10, 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
18%
8%
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 Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02's ranking?
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 is ranked #258 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02?
20 students attend Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 students are White, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02?
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 offer ?
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 part of?
Tripp-delmont Jr. High - 02 is part of Tripp-Delmont School District 33-5.
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