Serving 71 students in grades 6-8, Mclaughlin 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03's student population of 71 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclaughlin 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 Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 is 0.12, 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
#611 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
94%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
10%
9%
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 Mclaughlin Middle School - 03's ranking?
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 is ranked #611 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Mclaughlin Middle School - 03?
71 students attend Mclaughlin Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclaughlin Middle School - 03?
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 offer ?
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 part of?
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 is part of Mclaughlin School District 15-2.
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