Below Average
#445 of 574 schools in SD
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68
Middle School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
6700 E 41st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57110
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#445 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#31 of 44
public schools
In district
#24 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
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Ben Reifel Middle School - 68
Middle School in Sioux Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ben Reifel Middle School - 68
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 is a public middle school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 serves approximately 959 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 show 32% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 — Students at Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
How Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 Compares
See how Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6700 E 41st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Inspiration Elementary - 08 (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY LOVING SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brandon Valley Intermediate - 07 (rated 8.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Brandon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,114
Median Home Value
$365,600
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
22,017
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
35.5
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| Douglas Middle School - 01 Box Elder, SD | 4.9 |
| West Middle School - 37 Rapid City, SD | 5.1 |
| East Middle School - 30 Rapid City, SD | 4.7 |
| George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Brookings, SD | 4.6 |
| Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre, SD | 5.4 |
| Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 Sioux Falls, SD | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Reifel Middle School - 68
What grades does Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 serve?
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ben Reifel Middle School - 68?
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 has an enrollment of approximately 959 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Reifel Middle School - 68?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 rank in SD?
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 ranks #445 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Ben Reifel Middle School - 68's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Ben Reifel Middle School - 68?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 has 32% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 a charter school?
No, Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 a Title I school?
No, Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Reifel Middle School - 68?
39.9% of students at Ben Reifel Middle School - 68 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 959
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (605) 371-4155
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #24 of 37
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