Serving 65 students in grades 6-8, Florence Middle School - 03 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Florence Middle School - 03's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Florence Middle School - 03 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 Florence Middle School - 03 is 0.06, 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
#443 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Florence Middle School - 03's ranking?
Florence Middle School - 03 is ranked #443 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Florence Middle School - 03?
65 students attend Florence Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Florence Middle School - 03 students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Middle School - 03?
Florence Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence Middle School - 03 offer ?
Florence Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Florence Middle School - 03 part of?
Florence Middle School - 03 is part of Florence School District 14-1.
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