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Leola Jr. High - 03
Middle School · Leola School District 44-2
PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Leola Jr. High - 03
Leola Jr. High - 03 is a public middle school in Leola, SD, part of the Leola School District 44-2. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1.
Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 53% in reading/language arts. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,667, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Leola Jr. High - 03 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 9:1, Leola Jr. High - 03 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.
Located in a rural area, Leola Jr. High - 03 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
- Website
- leola.k12.sd.us
- Phone
- (605) 439-3477
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 69.5% (2019) to 44.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69.5% (2019) to 54.5% (2022).
Location
PO Box 350, Leola, SD 57456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leola Jr. High - 03 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frederick Area Middle School - 03 (rated 7.1/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby Frederick). Another option is Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 (rated 7.1/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Roscoe). Additionally, Ipswich Middle School - 04 (rated 6.5/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Ipswich). For more schools in Leola, see our Leola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,667
Median Home Value
$72,100
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
638
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Leola Jr. High - 03 has a median household income of $76,667. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $72,100, with a median rent of $850/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leola Jr. High - 03
What grades does Leola Jr. High - 03 serve?
Leola Jr. High - 03 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Leola Jr. High - 03?
Leola Jr. High - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leola Jr. High - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Leola Jr. High - 03 is 9:1. 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 Leola Jr. High - 03?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Leola Jr. High - 03 has 49.5% math proficiency and 52.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Leola Jr. High - 03 a charter school?
No, Leola Jr. High - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leola Jr. High - 03 a Title I school?
No, Leola Jr. High - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leola Jr. High - 03?
40.7% of students at Leola Jr. High - 03 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
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McPherson County
- Phone
- (605) 439-3477
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Leola School District 44-2- District Enrollment
- 210
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,371
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