Ben Reifel Middle School - 68

Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 serves 959 students in grades 6 through 8 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With 68 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, providing reasonable class sizes for middle school learners. Academically, the school has room for growth, with 45% of students performing at proficient levels or above in English Language Arts and 32% reaching proficiency in mathematics.

These results place Ben Reifel at #440 among South Dakota's 586 schools, indicating opportunities for continued academic development and student support. The school serves a well-established community in the 57110 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $85,363 and median home values of $343,400. The neighborhood reflects an educated population, with 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of 7.8%.

This stable community of over 21,000 residents provides a supportive environment for middle school students during these important transitional years. Located at 6700 E 41st Street, Ben Reifel Middle School operates within Sioux Falls' mid-size city setting, offering students access to urban amenities while serving a community that values education and family stability.