Below Average
#465 of 574 schools in SD
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02
Middle School · Brookings School District 05-1
1801 12th St S, Brookings, SD 57006
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#465 of 574
In Brookings
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Brookings School District 05-1
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George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02
Middle School in Brookings · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is a public middle school in Brookings, SD, part of Brookings School District 05-1. George S.
Mickelson Middle School - 02 serves approximately 773 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 — Students at George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
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: 3.3/10.
How George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Compares
See how George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1801 12th St S, Brookings, SD 57006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Deubrook Jr. High - 02 (rated 6.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby White), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sioux Valley Middle School - 04 (rated 5.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Volga), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Flandreau Middle School - 03 (rated 5.0/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Flandreau), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brookings, see our Brookings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookings | 0.3 mi | — |
| Camelot Intermediate - 06 Brookings | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Brookings High School - 01 Brookings | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Medary Elementary - 05 Brookings | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 Brookings | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Sioux Valley High School - 01 Volga | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Sioux Valley Middle School - 04 Volga | 7.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 Volga | 7.4 mi | 6.1 |
| VOLGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Volga | 7.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Deubrook High School - 01 White | 11.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White | 11.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Rolland Colony Elementary - 05 White | 9.8 mi | — |
| Red Willow Colony School - 09 White | 16.5 mi | — |
| Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 Elkton | 12.3 mi | — |
| Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White | 14.0 mi | — |
| Flandreau Middle School - 03 Flandreau | 18.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Flandreau Indian Boarding School Flandreau | 18.4 mi | — |
| Flandreau High School - 01 Flandreau | 18.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Flandreau Elementary - 04 Flandreau | 18.8 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,818
Median Home Value
$253,700
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
23,838
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
12.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
28.3
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| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City, SD | 4.1 |
| Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish, SD | 5.1 |
| West Middle School - 37 Rapid City, SD | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02
What grades does George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 serve?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 773 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 rank in SD?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 ranks #465 of 574 schools in SD.
What is George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 a charter school?
No, George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 a Title I school?
No, George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02?
21.3% of students at George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 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
- 773
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Brookings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (605) 696-4500
Resources & Links
District
Brookings School District 05-1- District Enrollment
- 3,446
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,811
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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