Serving 61 students in grades 6-8, Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03's student population of 61 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Motto
'Empowering students to recognize and optimize their full academic potential.'
School Mascot
Titans
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is 0.21, 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
#255 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Middle School - 03's ranking?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is ranked #255 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Middle School - 03?
61 students attend Mount Vernon Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Middle School - 03?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 offer ?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 part of?
Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is part of Mount Vernon School District 17-3.
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