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Bison Jr. High - 04

Middle School · Bison School District 52-1

PO Box 9, Bison, SD 57620

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

20:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

20:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

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About Bison Jr. High - 04

Bison Jr. High - 04 is a public middle school in Bison, SD, part of Bison School District 52-1. Bison Jr.

High - 04 serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Structured state assessment records for Bison Jr.

High - 04 show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

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At 20 students, Bison Jr. High - 04 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Bison Jr. High - 04 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

School Profile

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Grades: 7th – 8th
Enrollment: 20 students
Type: Public
Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Address: PO Box 9, Bison, SD 57620
Website: bison.k12.sd.us
Phone: (605) 244-5271
Data Year: SY 2022-23

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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 60.7% (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

74.5%

ELA

74.5%

2010

Math

90%

ELA

69.5%

2011

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2012

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2014

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2015

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2016

Math

30%

ELA

69.5%

2017

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2018

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2019

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2020*

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

2021*

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

2022

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

15%

Teaching Staff

20:1 student-teacher ratio

1 teachers

Location

PO Box 9, Bison, SD 57620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bison Jr. High - 04 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bison High School - 01 (rated 8.1/10). Another option is Lemmon High School - 01 (rated 7.9/10, 31.9 miles away, in nearby Lemmon). Additionally, Lemmon Elementary - 02 (rated 7.4/10, 31.8 miles away, in nearby Lemmon). For more schools in Bison, see our Bison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

7 within 31.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Bison Elementary - 02 Bison	0.0 mi	71	4.9
Bison High School - 01 Bison	0.0 mi	46	8.1
HETTINGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hettinger	33.8 mi	174	4.4
HETTINGER HIGH SCHOOL Hettinger	33.8 mi	116	6.9
Lemmon Elementary - 02 Lemmon	31.8 mi	150	7.4
Lemmon High School - 01 Lemmon	31.9 mi	96	7.9
Lemmon Jr. High - 06 Lemmon	31.9 mi	46	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,500

Median Home Value

$92,100

Median Rent

$943/mo

Population

590

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bison Jr. High - 04

What grades does Bison Jr. High - 04 serve?

Bison Jr. High - 04 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Bison Jr. High - 04?

Bison Jr. High - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bison Jr. High - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Bison Jr. High - 04 is 20:1. 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 Bison Jr. High - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bison Jr. High - 04 has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bison Jr. High - 04 a charter school?

No, Bison Jr. High - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bison Jr. High - 04 a Title I school?

No, Bison Jr. High - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bison Jr. High - 04?

15.0% of students at Bison Jr. High - 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.