Below Average
#498 of 574 schools in SD
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03
Middle School · Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#498 of 574
In Britton
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
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Britton-hecla Middle School - 03
Middle School in Britton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Britton-hecla Middle School - 03
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 is a public middle school in Britton, SD, part of Britton-Hecla School District 45-4. Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 109 students, Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 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.
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 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.
Score Breakdown
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Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 — Students at Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 Compares
See how Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Groton Area Middle School - 04 (rated 7.8/10, 29.1 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Langford Area Middle School - 03 (rated 5.8/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Langford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Britton, see our Britton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Britton-Hecla High School - 01 Britton | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 Britton | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 Britton | 6.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 Britton | 6.6 mi | — |
| Sunset Colony High School - 06 Britton | 6.6 mi | — |
| Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford | 13.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Langford Area High School - 01 Langford | 13.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford | 13.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford | 11.8 mi | 2.3 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forman | 22.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forman | 22.1 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gwinner | 30.1 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL Gwinner | 30.1 mi | 8.7 |
| OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakes | 28.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes | 28.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton | 29.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Groton Area High School - 01 Groton | 29.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton | 29.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster | 33.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Webster Area High School - 01 Webster | 33.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,563
Median Home Value
$118,400
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
1,916
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
76.8%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
47.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clear Lake Middle School - 04 Clear Lake, SD | 4.2 |
| McCook Central Middle School - 03 Salem, SD | 4.3 |
| McLaughlin Middle School - 03 Mclaughlin, SD | 4.0 |
| Philip Jr. High - 03 Philip, SD | 4.4 |
| Redfield Middle School - 02 Redfield, SD | 4.4 |
| Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey, SD | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Britton-hecla Middle School - 03
What grades does Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 serve?
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Britton-hecla Middle School - 03?
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Britton-hecla Middle School - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 rank in SD?
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 ranks #498 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Britton-hecla Middle School - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Britton-hecla Middle School - 03?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 a charter school?
No, Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 a Title I school?
No, Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Britton-hecla Middle School - 03?
16.5% of students at Britton-hecla Middle School - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 109
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Marshall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (605) 448-2234
Resources & Links
District
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4- District Enrollment
- 480
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,160
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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