Serving 14 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Midland Elementary - 11 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% (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 7:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Elementary - 11 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Midland Elementary - 11's student population of 14 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland Elementary - 11 ranks within the top 30% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Elementary - 11 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 636 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Elementary - 11's ranking?
Midland Elementary - 11 is ranked #186 out of 636 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% 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 Midland Elementary - 11?
14 students attend Midland Elementary - 11.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Midland Elementary - 11 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland Elementary - 11?
Midland Elementary - 11 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Midland Elementary - 11 offer ?
Midland Elementary - 11 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Midland Elementary - 11 part of?
Midland Elementary - 11 is part of Kadoka Area School District 35-2.
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