Serving 545 students in grades 6-8, Spearfish 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 45% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spearfish Middle School - 05's student population of 545 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Students to Succeed in a Changing World
School Rankings
Spearfish 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 Spearfish Middle School - 05 is 0.24, 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
#322 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
87%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spearfish Middle School - 05's ranking?
Spearfish Middle School - 05 is ranked #322 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Spearfish Middle School - 05?
545 students attend Spearfish Middle School - 05.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Spearfish Middle School - 05 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spearfish Middle School - 05?
Spearfish 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 Spearfish Middle School - 05 offer ?
Spearfish Middle School - 05 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spearfish Middle School - 05 part of?
Spearfish Middle School - 05 is part of Spearfish School District 40-2.
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