Bridgewater-emery Middle School - 04

Bridgewater-Emery Middle School - 04 is a small, rural middle school serving students in grades six through eight. With an enrollment of just 75 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1, the school offers personalized attention to each student. The school has six full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment.

Academically, Bridgewater-Emery Middle School ranks in the middle tier among South Dakota’s schools, with room for growth according to its MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and an academic score of 4.6 out of 10. In reading and ELA, about 57% of students are proficient or above, while in math, that number is 37%. The school continues to focus on improving these areas to better support student development.

Located in the remote rural setting of Emery, South Dakota, Bridgewater-Emery Middle School serves a tight-knit community where everyone knows each other.

With an enrollment of 75 students, Bridgewater-emery 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, Bridgewater-emery 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.