Edgemont Junior High School serves 35 students in grades 7-8.
Minority enrollment was 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
11%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
6%
3%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Edgemont Junior High School?
35 students attend Edgemont Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Edgemont Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Edgemont Junior High School offer ?
Edgemont Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Edgemont Junior High School part of?
Edgemont Junior High School is part of Edgemont School District 23-1.
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