Below Average

#436 of 574 schools in SD

Douglas Middle School - 01

Middle School · Douglas School District 51-1

691 Tower Rd, Box Elder, SD 57719

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#436 of 574

In Box Elder

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Douglas School District 51-1

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About Douglas Middle School - 01

Douglas Middle School - 01 is a public middle school in Box Elder, SD, part of Douglas School District 51-1. Douglas Middle School - 01 serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas Middle School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas Middle School - 01 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below SD schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
SD avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Douglas Middle School - 01 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.4Average40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.92 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.0Average35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-6.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile31th

Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,597

Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Douglas Middle School - 01 — Students at Douglas Middle School - 01 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 53.3% (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%

ELA

71%

2010

Math

74%

ELA

70%

2011

Math

74%

ELA

71%

2012

Math

71%

ELA

65%

2014

Math

38%

ELA

43%

2015

Math

39%

ELA

44%

2016

Math

38%

ELA

43%

2017

Math

46%

ELA

50%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2020*

Math

29%

ELA

42%

2021*

Math

29%

ELA

42%

2022

Math

32%

ELA

48%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Douglas Middle School - 01 Compares

See how Douglas Middle School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.9/10

24th percentile in SD

Academic

5.0/10

Average

Growth

5.4/10

Average

Environment

3.8/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

31%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

41 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

32.4%

Location

691 Tower Rd, Box Elder, SD 57719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas Middle School - 01 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. East Middle School - 30 (rated 4.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Middle School - 35 (rated 4.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South Middle School - 36 (rated 3.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Box Elder, see our Box Elder schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Patriot Elementary -06 Box Elder	0.2 mi	936	8.2
Douglas High School - 03 Box Elder	0.3 mi	752	5.8
Vandenberg Elementary - 02 Box Elder	0.4 mi	442	5.6
East Middle School - 30 Rapid City	5.7 mi	611	4.7
Valley View Elementary - 13 Rapid City	5.7 mi	584	4.3
Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 Rapid City	6.8 mi	487	5.4
RAPID CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rapid City	6.7 mi	18	—
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City	7.6 mi	127	7.1
Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City	7.7 mi	357	3.0
Wellfully - 65 Rapid City	8.1 mi	11	—
North Middle School - 35 Rapid City	8.0 mi	480	4.1
General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City	8.1 mi	441	4.9
Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City	9.0 mi	324	2.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City	9.2 mi	120	4.5
Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City	8.8 mi	35	5.3
South Middle School - 36 Rapid City	9.3 mi	502	3.4
Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City	8.9 mi	293	3.1
Central High School - 41 Rapid City	9.0 mi	2,020	4.6
South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City	9.5 mi	285	2.9
Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City	9.7 mi	409	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,936

Median Home Value

$275,400

Median Rent

$1,212/mo

Population

11,475

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

61.6%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

31.5

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West Middle School - 37 Rapid City, SD	603	5.1
East Middle School - 30 Rapid City, SD	611	4.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas Middle School - 01

What grades does Douglas Middle School - 01 serve?

Douglas Middle School - 01 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Douglas Middle School - 01?

Douglas Middle School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Middle School - 01?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Middle School - 01 is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas Middle School - 01 rank in SD?

Douglas Middle School - 01 ranks #436 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Douglas Middle School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas Middle School - 01 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 Douglas Middle School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas Middle School - 01 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Douglas Middle School - 01 a charter school?

No, Douglas Middle School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglas Middle School - 01 a Title I school?

No, Douglas Middle School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas Middle School - 01?

31.0% of students at Douglas Middle School - 01 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.