Below Average
#507 of 574 schools in SD
North Middle School - 35
Middle School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
1501 N Maple St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#507 of 574
In Rapid City
#15 of 23
public schools
In district
#15 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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North Middle School - 35
Middle School in Rapid City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Middle School - 35
North Middle School - 35 is a public middle school in Rapid City, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. North Middle School - 35 serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Middle School - 35 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #507 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for North Middle School - 35 show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at North Middle School - 35 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Middle School - 35 — Students at North Middle School - 35 score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.0/10.
How North Middle School - 35 Compares
See how North Middle School - 35 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1501 N Maple St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Middle School - 35 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST THOMAS MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Middle School - 37 (rated 5.1/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Middle School - 36 (rated 3.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,733
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
45,221
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission, SD | 4.3 |
| Simmons Middle School - 03 Aberdeen, SD | 4.6 |
| East Middle School - 30 Rapid City, SD | 4.7 |
| West Central Middle School - 04 Hartford, SD | 4.7 |
| South Middle School - 36 Rapid City, SD | 3.4 |
| Stagebarn Middle School - 10 Summerset, SD | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Middle School - 35
What grades does North Middle School - 35 serve?
North Middle School - 35 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend North Middle School - 35?
North Middle School - 35 has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Middle School - 35?
The student-teacher ratio at North Middle School - 35 is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Middle School - 35 rank in SD?
North Middle School - 35 ranks #507 of 574 schools in SD.
What is North Middle School - 35's MySchoolScout rating?
North Middle School - 35 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 North Middle School - 35?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Middle School - 35 has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is North Middle School - 35 a charter school?
No, North Middle School - 35 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Middle School - 35 a Title I school?
No, North Middle School - 35 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Middle School - 35?
100.0% of students at North Middle School - 35 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 480
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (605) 394-4042
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #15 of 24
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