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Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04
Middle School · Plankinton School District 01-1
1400 E 10th St, Plankinton, SD 57368
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
4th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04
Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 is a public middle school in Plankinton, SD, part of the Plankinton School District 01-1. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades 4th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 10% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,645, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 1400 E 10th St, Plankinton, SD 57368
- Phone
- (605) 942-5437
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 E 10th St, Plankinton, SD 57368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wessington Springs Jr. High - 04 (rated 8.3/10, 25.2 miles away, in nearby Wessington Springs). Another option is Plankinton Jr. High - 03 (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 (rated 5.2/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon). For more schools in Plankinton, see our Plankinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,645
Median Home Value
$143,300
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
1,090
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
39.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 has a median household income of $76,645. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,300, with a median rent of $877/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Big Stone City Middle School - 03 Big Stone City, SD | — |
| Doland Jr. High - 02 Doland, SD | — |
| Hoven Jr. High - 03 Hoven, SD | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04
What grades does Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 serve?
Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04?
Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 has 10.0% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 a charter school?
No, Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 a Title I school?
No, Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04?
25.0% of students at Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Aurora County
- Phone
- (605) 942-5437
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Plankinton School District 01-1- District Enrollment
- 297
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,389
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