Below Average
#458 of 574 schools in SD
East Middle School - 30
Middle School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
4860 Homestead St, Rapid City, SD 57703
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#458 of 574
In Rapid City
#12 of 23
public schools
In district
#12 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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East Middle School - 30
Middle School in Rapid City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Middle School - 30
East Middle School - 30 is a public middle school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. East Middle School - 30 serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Middle School - 30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for East Middle School - 30 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at East Middle School - 30 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
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East Middle School - 30 — Students at East Middle School - 30 score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.9/10.
How East Middle School - 30 Compares
See how East Middle School - 30 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4860 Homestead St, Rapid City, SD 57703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Middle School - 30 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST THOMAS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Middle School - 35 (rated 4.1/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South Middle School - 36 (rated 3.4/10, 4.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,495
Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
17,543
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
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| Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 Belle Fourche, SD | 4.8 |
| George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Brookings, SD | 4.6 |
| Simmons Middle School - 03 Aberdeen, SD | 4.6 |
| Douglas Middle School - 01 Box Elder, SD | 4.9 |
| Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish, SD | 5.1 |
| West Middle School - 37 Rapid City, SD | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Middle School - 30
What grades does East Middle School - 30 serve?
East Middle School - 30 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East Middle School - 30?
East Middle School - 30 has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Middle School - 30?
The student-teacher ratio at East Middle School - 30 is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Middle School - 30 rank in SD?
East Middle School - 30 ranks #458 of 574 schools in SD.
What is East Middle School - 30's MySchoolScout rating?
East Middle School - 30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 East Middle School - 30?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Middle School - 30 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Middle School - 30 a charter school?
No, East Middle School - 30 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Middle School - 30 a Title I school?
No, East Middle School - 30 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Middle School - 30?
29.1% of students at East Middle School - 30 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
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (605) 394-4092
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #12 of 24
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