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6.7 avg / 10

Montrose School District 43-2

School District · Montrose, South Dakota

Students: 265
Teachers (FTE): 21

Avg Rating

6.7

out of 10

Schools

4

2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,672

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

How this district compares

South Dakota rank

#55 of 142

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.4

above South Dakota avg

Per-pupil spending

$14,672

+$2,002 vs South Dakota median

District size

265 students

Smaller than South Dakota median

About Montrose School District 43-2

Montrose School District 43-2 is a Montrose, South Dakota school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 265 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. The district invests $14,672 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.7/10, Montrose School District 43-2 demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Montrose Elementary - 02, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.

In standardized testing, Montrose School District 43-2 students show an average math proficiency of 45.1% and ELA proficiency of 59.2%.

The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Montrose School District 43-2, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 45.1%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.2%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Montrose School District 43-2 with test data.

Schools in Montrose School District 43-2

4 schools

District Details

City
Montrose
Total Enrollment
265
Teachers (FTE)
21
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Montrose School District 43-2?

Montrose School District 43-2 has 4 schools in total — 2 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 Montrose School District 43-2?

The average composite rating for Montrose School District 43-2 is 6.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Montrose School District 43-2?

Montrose School District 43-2 spends $14,672 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Montrose School District 43-2?

The average student-teacher ratio in Montrose School District 43-2 is 12.6:1.

What is the top-rated school in Montrose School District 43-2?

Montrose Elementary - 02 is the highest-rated school in Montrose School District 43-2 with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What are the test scores in Montrose School District 43-2?

Across schools in Montrose School District 43-2 with test data, the average math proficiency is 45.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Montrose School District 43-2 compare to other districts in South Dakota?

Montrose School District 43-2 has an average school rating of 6.7/10 across 4 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.7/10
Math Proficiency
45.1%
ELA Proficiency
59.2%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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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