Platte Junior High School serves 55 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Platte - Geddes School District 11-5
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Platte Junior High School?
55 students attend Platte Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Platte Junior High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platte Junior High School?
Platte Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte Junior High School offer ?
Platte Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Platte Junior High School part of?
Platte Junior High School is part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
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