Mclaughlin School District 15-2
School District · Mclaughlin, South Dakota
Avg Rating
4.2
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,882
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Avg Rating
4.2
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,882
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Evaluating Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Mclaughlin School District 15-2 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mclaughlin High School - 01
Mclaughlin · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03
Mclaughlin · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mclaughlin Elementary - 02
Mclaughlin · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
South Dakota rank
#140 of 142
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-2.0
below South Dakota avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,882
+$7,212 vs South Dakota median
District size
427 students
Typical than South Dakota median
The short answer
Mclaughlin School District 15-2 ranks #140 of 142 South Dakota districts by overall school rating. Mclaughlin School District 15-2's schools with real test data average 4.2/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mclaughlin High School - 01 (4.8/10), Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 (4.0/10), and Mclaughlin Elementary - 02 (3.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Mclaughlin School District 15-2
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mclaughlin High School - 01 | 4.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Mclaughlin Middle School - 03 | 4.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Mclaughlin Elementary - 02 | 3.8 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Mclaughlin School District 15-2
Mclaughlin School District 15-2 is a Mclaughlin, South Dakota school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 427 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1. The district invests $19,882 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.2/10, Mclaughlin School District 15-2 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mclaughlin High School - 01, which has a composite score of 4.8/10.
In standardized testing, Mclaughlin School District 15-2 students show an average math proficiency of 15.0% and ELA proficiency of 18.1%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Mclaughlin School District 15-2, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Mclaughlin School District 15-2 with test data.
Schools in Mclaughlin School District 15-2
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- South Dakota
- City
- Mclaughlin
- Total Enrollment
- 427
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.5%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
Mclaughlin School District 15-2 has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
The average composite rating for Mclaughlin School District 15-2 is 4.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
Mclaughlin School District 15-2 spends $19,882 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
The average student-teacher ratio in Mclaughlin School District 15-2 is 9.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 is the highest-rated school in Mclaughlin School District 15-2 with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What are the test scores in Mclaughlin School District 15-2?
Across schools in Mclaughlin School District 15-2 with test data, the average math proficiency is 15.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 18.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Mclaughlin School District 15-2 compare to other districts in South Dakota?
Mclaughlin School District 15-2 has an average school rating of 4.2/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in South Dakota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 15.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 18.1%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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