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#260 of 574 schools in SD
Top 45% in state
Tea Area Middle School - 02
Middle School · Tea Area School District 41-5
PO Box 488, Tea, SD 57064
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#260 of 574
In Tea
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Tea Area School District 41-5
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Tea Area Middle School - 02
Middle School in Tea · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tea Area Middle School - 02
Tea Area Middle School - 02 is a public middle school in Tea, SD, part of Tea Area School District 41-5. Tea Area Middle School - 02 serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tea Area Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Tea Area Middle School - 02 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Tea Area Middle School - 02 — Students at Tea Area Middle School - 02 score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.8%
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: 7.5/10.
How Tea Area Middle School - 02 Compares
See how Tea Area Middle School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 488, Tea, SD 57064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tea Area Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 (rated 8.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memorial Middle School - 04 (rated 5.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tea, see our Tea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,351
Median Home Value
$330,800
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
7,619
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
82.1%
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 North Sioux City, SD | 6.4 |
| Watertown Middle School - 02 Watertown, SD | 6.2 |
| Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen, SD | 7.0 |
| Mitchell Middle School - 02 Mitchell, SD | 5.9 |
| Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 Brandon, SD | 7.2 |
| Southwest Middle School - 38 Rapid City, SD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tea Area Middle School - 02
What grades does Tea Area Middle School - 02 serve?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Tea Area Middle School - 02?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tea Area Middle School - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Tea Area Middle School - 02 is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tea Area Middle School - 02 rank in SD?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 ranks #260 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Tea Area Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
Tea Area Middle School - 02 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.
What are the test scores at Tea Area Middle School - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tea Area Middle School - 02 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tea Area Middle School - 02 a charter school?
No, Tea Area Middle School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tea Area Middle School - 02 a Title I school?
No, Tea Area Middle School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tea Area Middle School - 02?
19.8% of students at Tea Area 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (605) 498-2700
Resources & Links
District
Tea Area School District 41-5- District Enrollment
- 2,408
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,838
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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