Below Average
#463 of 574 schools in SD
Simmons Middle School - 03
Middle School · Aberdeen School District 06-1
1300 S 3rd St, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#463 of 574
In Aberdeen
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Aberdeen School District 06-1
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Simmons Middle School - 03
Middle School in Aberdeen · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Simmons Elementary - 10
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Behavioral Care Specialists Learning Center
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About Simmons Middle School - 03
Simmons Middle School - 03 is a public middle school in Aberdeen, SD, part of Aberdeen School District 06-1. Simmons Middle School - 03 serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Simmons Middle School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #463 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Simmons Middle School - 03 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Simmons Middle School - 03 — Students at Simmons Middle School - 03 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 3.5/10.
How Simmons Middle School - 03 Compares
See how Simmons Middle School - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1300 S 3rd St, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simmons Middle School - 03 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mike Miller Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C C Lee Elementary - 05 (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aberdeen, see our Aberdeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BEHAVIORAL CARE SPECIALISTS LEARNING CENTER Aberdeen | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary - 08 Aberdeen | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| May Overby Elementary - 09 Aberdeen | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SDSBVI Elementary - 01 Aberdeen | 0.7 mi | — |
| SDSBVI High School - 02 Aberdeen | 0.7 mi | — |
| RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aberdeen | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| RONCALLI PRIMARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ABERDEEN Aberdeen | 1.5 mi | — |
| O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 Aberdeen | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| New Beginnings - 89 Aberdeen | 1.8 mi | — |
| ABERDEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Aberdeen | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| RONCALLI JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Aberdeen | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Aberdeen | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Central High School - 01 Aberdeen | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| C C Lee Elementary - 05 Aberdeen | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Mike Miller Elementary - 07 Aberdeen | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,183
Median Home Value
$216,300
Median Rent
$787/mo
Population
32,064
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
12 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Middle School - 30 Rapid City, SD | 4.7 |
| West Central Middle School - 04 Hartford, SD | 4.7 |
| Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 Belle Fourche, SD | 4.8 |
| Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission, SD | 4.3 |
| Douglas Middle School - 01 Box Elder, SD | 4.9 |
| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City, SD | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simmons Middle School - 03
What grades does Simmons Middle School - 03 serve?
Simmons Middle School - 03 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Simmons Middle School - 03?
Simmons Middle School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simmons Middle School - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Simmons Middle School - 03 is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Simmons Middle School - 03 rank in SD?
Simmons Middle School - 03 ranks #463 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Simmons Middle School - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
Simmons Middle School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Simmons Middle School - 03?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simmons Middle School - 03 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Simmons Middle School - 03 a charter school?
No, Simmons Middle School - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simmons Middle School - 03 a Title I school?
No, Simmons Middle School - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simmons Middle School - 03?
40.4% of students at Simmons Middle School - 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
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Brown County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (605) 725-7900
Resources & Links
District
Aberdeen School District 06-1- District Enrollment
- 4,263
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,673
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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