Florence Middle School - 03

Florence Middle School - 03 is a small, rural middle school located in Florence, South Dakota. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of just 65 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with five full-time equivalent teachers. The setting is quite remote, offering a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.

Academically, Florence Middle School - 03 ranks in the 38th percentile among South Dakota schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and an academic score of 4.2 out of 10. The school’s proficiency rates are at 47% for ELA/Reading and 39% for Math across all grade levels. While the test scores suggest there is room for improvement, the school focuses on student development and supports each child's unique learning needs.

Florence Middle School - 03 sits in a quiet rural area where students can enjoy a close-knit community environment.

With an enrollment of 65 students, Florence Middle School - 03 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, Florence Middle School - 03 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.