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#29 of 56 private schools in SD
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St Thomas More Middle School
Middle School
424 FAIRMONT BLVD, Rapid City, SD 57701
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#29 of 56
In Rapid City
#4 of 9
public schools
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St Thomas More Middle School
Middle School in Rapid City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas More Middle School
St Thomas More Middle School is a private middle school in Rapid City, SD. St Thomas More Middle School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, St Thomas More Middle School 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.
St Thomas More Middle School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Thomas More Middle School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Rapid City, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More Middle School (this school) | 6.5 |
| South Middle School - 36 | 3.4 |
| Jefferson Building - 64 | 5.3 |
| Wellfully - 65 | — |
| West Middle School - 37 | 5.1 |
| North Middle School - 35 | 4.1 |
| Southwest Middle School - 38 | 7.2 |
| East Middle School - 30 | 4.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SD.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SD
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
424 FAIRMONT BLVD, Rapid City, SD 57701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Middle School - 35 (rated 4.1/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, South Middle School - 36 (rated 3.4/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City | 0.4 mi | 2.9 |
| South Middle School - 36 Rapid City | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Grandview Elementary - 06 Rapid City | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Jefferson Building - 64 Rapid City | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Rapid City Online High School - 92 Rapid City | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincoln Building - 44 Rapid City | 1.6 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Central High School - 41 Rapid City | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Wellfully - 65 Rapid City | 1.9 mi | — |
| General Beadle Elementary - 01 Rapid City | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 Rapid City | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City | 3.0 mi | 3.0 |
| CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Canyon Lake Elementary - 04 Rapid City | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Milbank Middle School - 02 Milbank, SD | 6.6 |
| Viborg-Hurley Middle School - 03 Viborg, SD | 6.6 |
| Hill City Middle School - 04 Hill City, SD | 6.7 |
| Baltic Middle School - 03 Baltic, SD | 6.2 |
| Canton Middle School - 04 Canton, SD | 6.8 |
| Hot Springs Middle School - 06 Hot Springs, SD | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More Middle School
What grades does St Thomas More Middle School serve?
St Thomas More Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas More Middle School?
St Thomas More Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Middle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More Middle School rank in SD?
St Thomas More Middle School ranks #29 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is St Thomas More Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More Middle School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More Middle School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Thomas More Middle School a religious school?
St Thomas More Middle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Phone
- (605) 348-1477
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