Very Good

#109 of 574 schools in SD

Top 19% in state

Groton Area Middle School - 04

Middle School · Groton Area School District 06-6

PO Box 410, Groton, SD 57445

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

126

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

126

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#109 of 574

In Groton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Groton Area School District 06-6

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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About Groton Area Middle School - 04

Groton Area Middle School - 04 is a public middle school in Groton, SD, part of Groton Area School District 06-6. Groton Area Middle School - 04 serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Groton Area Middle School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Groton Area Middle School - 04 show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above SD schools

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
SD avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 126 students, Groton Area Middle School - 04 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Groton Area Middle School - 04 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.3Very Good40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.1Excellent35%

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

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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+15.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile87th

Resources & Environment6.6Average25%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,132

Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

Groton Area Middle School - 04 — Students at Groton Area Middle School - 04 score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 74.7% (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

92%

ELA

82%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

82%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

47%

ELA

67%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2017

Math

67%

ELA

77%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

72%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

72%

2020*

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2021*

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2022

Math

62%

ELA

72%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Groton Area Middle School - 04 Compares

See how Groton Area Middle School - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.8/10

81th percentile in SD

Academic

9.1/10

Excellent

Growth

7.3/10

Very Good

Environment

6.6/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

18%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

18.3%

Location

PO Box 410, Groton, SD 57445

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Groton Area Middle School - 04 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holgate Middle School - 02 (rated 7.0/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Langford Area Middle School - 03 (rated 5.8/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Langford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Groton, see our Groton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Groton Area High School - 01 Groton	0.0 mi	171	8.9
Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton	0.2 mi	304	6.3
Hutterville Colony Elementary - 06 Stratford	13.7 mi	17	—
Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford	17.8 mi	51	2.3
Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford	16.8 mi	111	4.9
Langford Area High School - 01 Langford	16.8 mi	44	8.8
Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford	16.8 mi	41	5.8
Mike Miller Elementary - 07 Aberdeen	16.7 mi	266	8.6
Central High School - 01 Aberdeen	17.3 mi	1,374	5.8
New Beginnings - 89 Aberdeen	17.5 mi	8	—
RONCALLI JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Aberdeen	18.1 mi	177	7.1
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Aberdeen	18.1 mi	177	7.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aberdeen	18.1 mi	59	4.5
Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen	18.2 mi	490	7.0
O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen	18.2 mi	290	5.9
SDSBVI Elementary - 01 Aberdeen	18.3 mi	7	—
SDSBVI High School - 02 Aberdeen	18.3 mi	11	—
May Overby Elementary - 09 Aberdeen	18.3 mi	353	5.7
C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen	18.4 mi	373	8.2
RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen	18.4 mi	266	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,250

Median Home Value

$185,200

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

2,033

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

78%

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Groton Area Middle School - 04

What grades does Groton Area Middle School - 04 serve?

Groton Area Middle School - 04 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Groton Area Middle School - 04?

Groton Area Middle School - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Groton Area Middle School - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Groton Area Middle School - 04 is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Groton Area Middle School - 04 rank in SD?

Groton Area Middle School - 04 ranks #109 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Groton Area Middle School - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Groton Area Middle School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Groton Area Middle School - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Groton Area Middle School - 04 has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Groton Area Middle School - 04 a charter school?

No, Groton Area Middle School - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Groton Area Middle School - 04 a Title I school?

No, Groton Area Middle School - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Groton Area Middle School - 04?

17.5% of students at Groton Area Middle School - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.