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Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02
Middle School · Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6
PO Box 108, Tulare, SD 57476
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02
Middle School in Tulare · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 is a public middle school in Tulare, SD, part of Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6. Hitchcock-tulare Jr.
High School - 02 serves approximately 22 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Structured state assessment records for Hitchcock-tulare Jr.
High School - 02 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 22 students, Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 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.
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- PO Box 108, Tulare, SD 57476
- Website
- hitchcock-tulare.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 596-4171
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 108, Tulare, SD 57476
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northwestern Middle School - 02 (rated 6.8/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Mellette). Another option is Redfield Middle School - 02 (rated 4.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Redfield). Additionally, Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 (rated 4.4/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Wolsey). For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hitchcock-Tulare High School - 01 Tulare | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Redfield Elementary - 03 Redfield | 9.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Redfield High School - 01 Redfield | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Redfield Middle School - 02 Redfield | 9.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Redfield Virtual School - 92 Redfield | 9.7 mi | — |
| Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock | 8.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Turtle Creek High School - 04 Redfield | 10.3 mi | — |
| Spink Colony Elementary - 03 Tulare | 10.7 mi | — |
| Glendale Colony Elementary - 04 Tulare | 11.8 mi | — |
| Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey | 23.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 Wolsey | 23.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Wolsey Wessington High School - 01 Wolsey | 23.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron | 19.1 mi | — |
| Camrose Colony Elementary - 06 Frankfort | 19.7 mi | — |
| Northwestern High School - 01 Mellette | 28.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Northwestern Elementary - 04 Mellette | 28.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Northwestern Middle School - 02 Mellette | 28.9 mi | 6.8 |
| iSucceed - 92 Mellette | 28.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Doland Elementary - 03 Doland | 22.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Doland High School - 01 Doland | 22.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,313
Median Home Value
$123,700
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
463
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
90.9%
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
44.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02
What grades does Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 serve?
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02?
Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 a charter school?
No, Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 a Title I school?
No, Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High School - 02?
27.3% of students at Hitchcock-tulare Jr. High 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Spink County
- Phone
- (605) 596-4171
Resources & Links
District
Hitchcock Tulare School District 56-6- District Enrollment
- 247
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
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