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#370 of 574 schools in SD

Stanley County Middle School - 02

Middle School · Stanley County School District 57-1

PO Box 370, Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#370 of 574

In Fort Pierre

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Stanley County School District 57-1

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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About Stanley County Middle School - 02

Stanley County Middle School - 02 is a public middle school in Fort Pierre, SD, part of Stanley County School District 57-1. Stanley County Middle School - 02 serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanley County Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Stanley County Middle School - 02 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below SD schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
SD avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 97 students, Stanley County Middle School - 02 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.9Average40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.71 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-16.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile16th

Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,524

Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Stanley County Middle School - 02 — Students at Stanley County Middle School - 02 score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2010

Math

77%

ELA

72%

2011

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2012

Math

72%

ELA

57%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

37%

ELA

52%

2016

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

57%

2018

Math

32%

ELA

57%

2019

Math

32%

ELA

57%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

27%

ELA

37%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Stanley County Middle School - 02 Compares

See how Stanley County Middle School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.5/10

36th percentile in SD

Academic

3.5/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

5.9/10

Average

Environment

7.7/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

27%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

8 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

25.8%

Location

PO Box 370, Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stanley County Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jones County Middle School - 04 (rated 8.5/10, 36.3 miles away, in nearby Murdo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 (rated 6.1/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Onida), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Pierre), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Pierre, see our Fort Pierre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 36.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre	0.0 mi	134	5.6
Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre	0.0 mi	177	8.5
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre	1.5 mi	681	5.4
Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre	1.9 mi	383	5.5
T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre	1.9 mi	808	6.1
Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre	2.7 mi	422	6.9
Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre	3.6 mi	394	8.0
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre	3.2 mi	127	8.2
Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt	21.9 mi	14	—
Onida Elementary - 04 Onida	28.5 mi	85	7.3
Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida	28.5 mi	72	8.0
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida	28.5 mi	58	6.1
Lyman High School - 01 Presho	34.3 mi	97	6.8
Lyman Middle School - 02 Presho	34.3 mi	83	4.6
Jones County High School - 01 Murdo	36.3 mi	54	8.6
Jones County Middle School - 04 Murdo	36.3 mi	51	8.5
Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo	36.3 mi	78	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,513

Median Home Value

$174,700

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

2,911

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

78.6%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stanley County Middle School - 02

What grades does Stanley County Middle School - 02 serve?

Stanley County Middle School - 02 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Stanley County Middle School - 02?

Stanley County Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanley County Middle School - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Stanley County Middle School - 02 is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stanley County Middle School - 02 rank in SD?

Stanley County Middle School - 02 ranks #370 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Stanley County Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Stanley County Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Stanley County Middle School - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanley County Middle School - 02 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stanley County Middle School - 02 a charter school?

No, Stanley County Middle School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stanley County Middle School - 02 a Title I school?

No, Stanley County Middle School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stanley County Middle School - 02?

26.8% of students at Stanley County Middle School - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.