Serving 458 students in grades 6-8, Simmons 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 36% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simmons Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Simmons Middle School - 03's student population of 458 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Simmons Middle School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simmons Middle School - 03 is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
14%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
3%
3%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Simmons Middle School - 03's ranking?
Simmons Middle School - 03 is ranked #488 out of 619 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Simmons Middle School - 03?
458 students attend Simmons Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Simmons Middle School - 03 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simmons Middle School - 03?
Simmons Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Simmons Middle School - 03 offer ?
Simmons Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simmons Middle School - 03 part of?
Simmons Middle School - 03 is part of Aberdeen School District 06-1.
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