Northwestern Area School District 56-7
School District · Mellette, South Dakota
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,473
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,473
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
How this district compares
South Dakota rank
#92 of 142
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below South Dakota avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,473
$197 vs South Dakota median
District size
359 students
Typical than South Dakota median
About Northwestern Area School District 56-7
Northwestern Area School District 56-7 is a Mellette, South Dakota school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 359 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1. The district invests $12,473 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Northwestern Area School District 56-7 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Northwestern High School - 01, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.
In standardized testing, Northwestern Area School District 56-7 students show an average math proficiency of 46.6% and ELA proficiency of 59.1%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Northwestern Area School District 56-7, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Northwestern Area School District 56-7 with test data.
Schools in Northwestern Area School District 56-7
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- South Dakota
- City
- Mellette
- Total Enrollment
- 359
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Northwestern Area School District 56-7?
Northwestern Area School District 56-7 has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Northwestern Area School District 56-7?
The average composite rating for Northwestern Area School District 56-7 is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Northwestern Area School District 56-7?
Northwestern Area School District 56-7 spends $12,473 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Northwestern Area School District 56-7?
The average student-teacher ratio in Northwestern Area School District 56-7 is 14.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Northwestern Area School District 56-7?
Northwestern High School - 01 is the highest-rated school in Northwestern Area School District 56-7 with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What are the test scores in Northwestern Area School District 56-7?
Across schools in Northwestern Area School District 56-7 with test data, the average math proficiency is 46.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Northwestern Area School District 56-7 compare to other districts in South Dakota?
Northwestern Area School District 56-7 has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 5 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
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 46.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.1%
Resources
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.
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Compare Northwestern Area School District 56-7 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Sioux Falls School District 49-5 (44)
- Rapid City Area School District 51-4 (26)
- Todd County School District 66-1 (13)
- Harrisburg School District 41-2 (11)
- Meade School District 46-1 (11)
- Aberdeen School District 06-1 (10)
- Huron School District 02-2 (10)
- Mitchell School District 17-2 (9)
- Watertown School District 14-4 (9)
- East Dakota Educational Cooperative (8)
- Brandon Valley School District 49-2 (8)
- Bon Homme School District 04-2 (7)
- Chester Area School District 39-1 (7)
- Doland School District 56-2 (7)
- Faulkton Area Schools 24-4 (7)
- Leola School District 44-2 (7)
- Parkston School District 33-3 (7)
- Plankinton School District 01-1 (7)
- Spearfish School District 40-2 (7)
- Wessington Springs School District 36-2 (7)
- Britton-hecla School District 45-4 (6)
- Tea Area School District 41-5 (6)
- Hanson School District 30-1 (6)
- Brookings School District 05-1 (6)
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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