Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School - 37 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 43% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School - 37 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School - 37's student population of 603 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
West Middle School - 37 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School - 37 is 0.49, 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
#362 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 West Middle School - 37's ranking?
West Middle School - 37 is ranked #362 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are West Middle School - 37 often compared to?
West Middle School - 37is often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Middle School - 38, South Middle School - 36 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend West Middle School - 37?
603 students attend West Middle School - 37.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Middle School - 37 students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School - 37?
West Middle School - 37 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Middle School - 37 offer ?
West Middle School - 37 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Middle School - 37 part of?
West Middle School - 37 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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