Parkston Middle School - 05

Parkston Middle School - 05 is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Parkston, South Dakota. Serving students from sixth through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 90 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with six full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.6 out of 10, placing it at #382 among South Dakota's 586 schools, which falls in the 35th percentile.

Academically, students demonstrate proficiency rates of 56% in ELA and reading, and 41% in math. The school is focused on supporting student development with room for academic growth. Parkston Middle School - 05 is situated in a rural setting where community ties are strong and supportive of the local educational system.

With an enrollment of 90 students, Parkston Middle School - 05 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.

Located in a rural area, Parkston Middle School - 05 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.