Serving 73 students in grades 5-8, Avon Middle School - 05 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avon Middle School - 05's student population of 73 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avon Middle School - 05 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 Avon Middle School - 05 is 0.39, 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
#339 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Avon Middle School - 05's ranking?
Avon Middle School - 05 is ranked #339 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Avon Middle School - 05?
73 students attend Avon Middle School - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Avon Middle School - 05 students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avon Middle School - 05?
Avon Middle School - 05 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avon Middle School - 05 offer ?
Avon Middle School - 05 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avon Middle School - 05 part of?
Avon Middle School - 05 is part of Avon School District 04-1.
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