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#220 of 574 schools in SD

Top 38% in state

Vermillion Middle School - 02

Middle School · Vermillion School District 13-1

422 Princeton St, Vermillion, SD 57069

Enrollment

332

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#220 of 574

In Vermillion

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Vermillion School District 13-1

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Vermillion Middle School - 02

6.9/10

Middle School in Vermillion · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Vermillion Middle School - 02

Vermillion Middle School - 02 is a public middle school in Vermillion, SD, part of Vermillion School District 13-1. Vermillion Middle School - 02 serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Vermillion Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Vermillion Middle School - 02 show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above SD schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • SD avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,110
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Vermillion Middle School - 02 — Students at Vermillion Middle School - 02 score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (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
80%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
61%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Vermillion Middle School - 02 Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in SD
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Location

422 Princeton St, Vermillion, SD 57069

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vermillion Middle School - 02 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School - 03 (rated 5.5/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Elk Point), a more accessible option. Another option is WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Wynot), a more accessible option. Additionally, Beresford Middle School - 03 (rated 4.4/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Beresford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Vermillion, see our Vermillion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Austin Elementary - 03 Vermillion 0.2 mi 6.4
Jolley Elementary - 04 Vermillion 1.0 mi 5.7
ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vermillion 1.3 mi 4.9
Vermillion High School - 01 Vermillion 1.4 mi 5.2
WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot 12.0 mi 5.0
WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot 12.0 mi 6.8
WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot 12.0 mi 4.5
Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville 14.0 mi 5.6
Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville 14.0 mi 5.5
Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville 14.0 mi 3.8
Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 Elk Point 14.6 mi 3.9
Elk Point-Jefferson High School - 01 Elk Point 14.6 mi 8.1
Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School - 03 Elk Point 14.6 mi 5.5
Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 Wakonda 17.6 mi 6.5
PONCA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ponca 19.1 mi 9.6
PONCA HIGH SCHOOL Ponca 19.1 mi 8.7
EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington 16.5 mi 6.4
Beresford High School - 01 Beresford 21.7 mi 6.0
Beresford Middle School - 03 Beresford 21.8 mi 4.4
Centerville Elementary - 02 Centerville 23.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,720

Median Home Value

$225,800

Median Rent

$731/mo

Population

12,937

College Educated

49.6%

Homeownership

47.1%

Avg Commute

15.7 min

Poverty Rate

22.8%

Median Age

23.5

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Tri-Valley Intermediate School - 03 Colton, SD 6.3
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Wagner Middle School - 03 Wagner, SD 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vermillion Middle School - 02

What grades does Vermillion Middle School - 02 serve?

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

How many students attend Vermillion Middle School - 02?

Vermillion Middle School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Vermillion Middle School - 02 is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vermillion Middle School - 02 rank in SD?

Vermillion Middle School - 02 ranks #220 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Vermillion Middle School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Vermillion Middle School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Vermillion Middle School - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vermillion Middle School - 02 has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Vermillion Middle School - 02 a charter school?

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

Is Vermillion Middle School - 02 a Title I school?

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

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

33.4% of students at Vermillion 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

Vermillion School District 13-1
District Enrollment
1,432
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,110
District Rank
#1 of 4

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