Serving 12 students in grades 6-8, Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18's student population of 12 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
The diversity score of Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
92%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
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
100%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
How many students attend Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18?
12 students attend Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 offer ?
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 part of?
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 is part of Todd County School District 66-1.
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