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#385 of 574 schools in SD
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02
Middle School · Pierre School District 32-2
309 E Capitol Ave, Pierre, SD 57501
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#385 of 574
In Pierre
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Pierre School District 32-2
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Georgia Morse Middle School - 02
Middle School in Pierre · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
T F Riggs High School - 01
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Jefferson Elementary - 06
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About Georgia Morse Middle School - 02
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is a public middle school in Pierre, SD, part of Pierre School District 32-2. Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 — Students at Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21%
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: 6.1/10.
How Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Compares
See how Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
309 E Capitol Ave, Pierre, SD 57501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jones County Middle School - 04 (rated 8.5/10, 37.6 miles away, in nearby Murdo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 (rated 6.1/10, 27.2 miles away, in nearby Onida), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Stanley County Middle School - 02 (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierre), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pierre, see our Pierre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 40.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt | 20.5 mi | — |
| Onida Elementary - 04 Onida | 27.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida | 27.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida | 27.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Lyman High School - 01 Presho | 34.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Lyman Middle School - 02 Presho | 34.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Jones County High School - 01 Murdo | 37.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Jones County Middle School - 04 Murdo | 37.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo | 37.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Lyman Elementary - 04 Kennebec | 40.3 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,224
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
17,456
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
13.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
39.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Georgia Morse Middle School - 02
What grades does Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 serve?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Georgia Morse Middle School - 02?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgia Morse Middle School - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 rank in SD?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 ranks #385 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Georgia Morse Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Georgia Morse Middle School - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 a charter school?
No, Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 a Title I school?
No, Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Georgia Morse Middle School - 02?
21.0% of students at Georgia Morse 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 681
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hughes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (605) 773-7330
Resources & Links
District
Pierre School District 32-2- District Enrollment
- 2,688
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,579
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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