Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 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 31% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 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 George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is 0.38, 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
#475 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
3%
White
78%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02's ranking?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is ranked #475 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 often compared to?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02is often viewed alongside schools like Brookings High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02?
780 students attend George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 offer ?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 part of?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is part of Brookings School District 05-1.
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