Very Good
#106 of 574 schools in SD
Top 18% in state
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02
Middle School · Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1
234 S Main St, Lead, SD 57754
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lead
#1 of 2
public schools
South Dakota middle schools
#21 of 144
In district
#1 of 4
Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02
Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 is a regular public middle school serving students in grades six through eight. Located on South Main Street in Lead, South Dakota, the school has an enrollment of 144 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout Rating is 6.0 out of 10, placing it at number 214 among South Dakota's 586 schools, indicating there is room for academic growth.
In terms of test performance, the ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 49%, while the Math proficiency rate is 35%. These scores suggest that the school is focusing on student development and offering support to help students improve in both subject areas. Lead-Deadwood Middle School sits in a small town setting, providing a close-knit community atmosphere for its students.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 144 students, Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 — Students at Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 Compares
See how Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 32% (2019) to 37% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 47% (2019) to 52% (2022).
Location
234 S Main St, Lead, SD 57754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Spearfish Middle School - 05 (rated 6.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), a more accessible option. Another option is Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 (rated 5.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Sturgis), a more accessible option. Additionally, Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 (rated 4.4/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Belle Fourche), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lead, see our Lead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,017
Median Home Value
$220,100
Median Rent
$849/mo
Population
3,605
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
75.4%
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
54.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 has a median household income of $57,017. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $220,100, with a median rent of $849/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
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| ST JOSEPH INDIAN SCHOOL Chamberlain, SD | 7.7 |
| Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton, SD | 8.0 |
| Lennox Intermediate - 09 Lennox, SD | 7.6 |
| Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 Platte, SD | 7.4 |
| Kimball Middle School - 04 Kimball, SD | 8.4 |
| Baltic Middle School - 03 Baltic, SD | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02
What grades does Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 serve?
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02?
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 rank in SD?
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 is ranked #106 out of 574 schools in SD.
What is Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 has 35.3% math proficiency and 48.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 a charter school?
No, Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 a Title I school?
No, Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lead-deadwood Middle School - 02?
29.9% of students at Lead-deadwood 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
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Phone
- (605) 717-3898
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1- District Enrollment
- 671
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,005
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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