Below Average

#446 of 574 schools in SD

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07

Middle School · Belle Fourche School District 09-1

2305 13th Ave, Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#446 of 574

In Belle Fourche

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Belle Fourche School District 09-1

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About Belle Fourche Middle School - 07

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is a public middle school in Belle Fourche, SD, part of Belle Fourche School District 09-1. Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #446 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below SD schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
SD avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.0Below Average40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.47 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.3Below Average35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-9.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile24th

Resources & Environment6.7Average25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,737

Chronic Absenteeism18%

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 — Students at Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

73%

ELA

75%

2010

Math

78%

ELA

78%

2011

Math

82%

ELA

81%

2012

Math

83%

ELA

80%

2014

Math

31%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

36%

ELA

51%

2016

Math

38%

ELA

55%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

53%

2018

Math

43%

ELA

58%

2019

Math

43%

ELA

58%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

46%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

46%

2022

Math

27%

ELA

46%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 Compares

See how Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.8/10

23th percentile in SD

Academic

4.3/10

Below Average

Growth

4.0/10

Below Average

Environment

6.7/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

34%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

32 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

18.0%

Location

2305 13th Ave, Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 (rated 5.9/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Lead), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 (rated 5.7/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Sturgis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spearfish Middle School - 05 (rated 5.1/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belle Fourche, see our Belle Fourche schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
South Park Elementary - 03 Belle Fourche	0.9 mi	396	5.0
Belle Fourche High School - 01 Belle Fourche	1.1 mi	372	6.7
Belle Fourche Education Connection - 09 Belle Fourche	1.1 mi	35	3.8
North Park Elementary - 08 Belle Fourche	2.3 mi	88	6.9
Creekside Elementary - 07 Spearfish	9.7 mi	519	6.9
Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish	10.2 mi	771	6.1
Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish	10.2 mi	573	5.1
West Elementary - 03 Spearfish	10.8 mi	348	6.8
Mountain View Elementary - 08 Spearfish	10.9 mi	166	6.9
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09 Spearfish	11.3 mi	7	—
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills High School - 10 Spearfish	11.3 mi	18	—
BLACK HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spearfish	12.3 mi	144	6.7
Whitewood Elementary - 04 Whitewood	16.3 mi	124	8.9
Lead-Deadwood Elementary - 03 Deadwood	19.5 mi	244	4.6
Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 Lead	20.9 mi	144	5.9
Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 Lead	21.0 mi	218	7.8
Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 Sturgis	23.0 mi	485	5.7
Sturgis Elementary - 03 Sturgis	23.3 mi	538	8.3
Newell Elementary - 02 Newell	20.9 mi	125	4.6
Newell High School - 01 Newell	20.9 mi	66	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,326

Median Home Value

$215,000

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

8,711

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belle Fourche Middle School - 07

What grades does Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 serve?

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Belle Fourche Middle School - 07?

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Fourche Middle School - 07?

The student-teacher ratio at Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 rank in SD?

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 ranks #446 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Belle Fourche Middle School - 07's MySchoolScout rating?

Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Belle Fourche Middle School - 07?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 a charter school?

No, Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 a Title I school?

No, Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Fourche Middle School - 07?

34.1% of students at Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.