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Very Good

#180 of 574 schools in SD

Top 31% in state

Lennox Jr. High - 08

Middle School · Lennox School District 41-4

PO Box 38, Lennox, SD 57039

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#180 of 574

In Lennox

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Lennox School District 41-4

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lennox Jr. High - 08

7.2/10

Middle School in Lennox · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lennox High School - 01

5.1/10

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8.7/10

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About Lennox Jr. High - 08

Lennox Jr. High - 08 is a public middle school in Lennox, SD, part of Lennox School District 41-4. Lennox Jr.

High - 08 serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lennox Jr. High - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Lennox Jr. High - 08 show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.0
  • SD avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Lennox Jr. High - 08 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.

Lennox Jr. High - 08 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 Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,690
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Lennox Jr. High - 08 — Students at Lennox Jr. High - 08 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (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
78%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Lennox Jr. High - 08 Compares

See how Lennox Jr. High - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
69th percentile in SD
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Location

PO Box 38, Lennox, SD 57039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lennox Jr. High - 08 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lennox Intermediate - 09 (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 (rated 8.2/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tea Area Middle School - 02 (rated 6.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Tea), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lennox, see our Lennox schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lennox High School - 01 Lennox 0.0 mi 5.1
Lennox Elementary - 02 Lennox 0.5 mi 8.7
Lennox Intermediate - 09 Lennox 0.6 mi 8.8
Tea Area Venture Elementary - 06 Tea 7.3 mi 8.8
Tea Area Legacy Elementary - 01 Tea 7.9 mi 7.5
Tea Area Middle School - 02 Tea 8.0 mi 6.5
Tea Area High School - 03 Tea 8.1 mi 6.1
Worthing Elementary - 05 Lennox 6.4 mi 5.2
Adventure Elementary - 10 Sioux Falls 9.5 mi 8.5
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 11.0 mi 7.1
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 11.0 mi 7.4
RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 Sioux Falls 11.8 mi 6.8
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls 11.1 mi 7.0
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 Sioux Falls 12.1 mi 6.6
Endeavor Elementary - 07 Sioux Falls 11.0 mi 8.6
Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 Tea 12.6 mi 7.9
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls 11.7 mi
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls 11.7 mi
Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 Sioux Falls 11.2 mi 8.2
Roosevelt High School - 03 Sioux Falls 12.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,209

Median Home Value

$242,700

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

3,875

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

41

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge, SD 7.6
Webster Area Middle School - 02 Webster, SD 7.6
Canton Middle School - 04 Canton, SD 6.8
Hill City Middle School - 04 Hill City, SD 6.7
ST JOSEPH INDIAN SCHOOL Chamberlain, SD 7.7
Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton, SD 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lennox Jr. High - 08

What grades does Lennox Jr. High - 08 serve?

Lennox Jr. High - 08 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Lennox Jr. High - 08?

Lennox Jr. High - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lennox Jr. High - 08?

The student-teacher ratio at Lennox Jr. High - 08 is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lennox Jr. High - 08 rank in SD?

Lennox Jr. High - 08 ranks #180 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Lennox Jr. High - 08's MySchoolScout rating?

Lennox Jr. High - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Lennox Jr. High - 08?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lennox Jr. High - 08 has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lennox Jr. High - 08 a charter school?

No, Lennox Jr. High - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lennox Jr. High - 08 a Title I school?

No, Lennox Jr. High - 08 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lennox Jr. High - 08?

16.3% of students at Lennox Jr. High - 08 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lincoln County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

Lennox School District 41-4
District Enrollment
1,224
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,690
District Rank
#3 of 5

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