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Waubay Middle School - 03

Middle School · Waubay School District 18-3

202 W School Rd, Waubay, SD 57273

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

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About Waubay Middle School - 03

Waubay Middle School - 03 is a public middle school in Waubay, SD, part of Waubay School District 18-3. Waubay Middle School - 03 serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Waubay Middle School - 03 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 27 students, Waubay Middle School - 03 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.

Waubay Middle School - 03 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

33% of students at Waubay Middle School - 03 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

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Grades: 7th – 8th
Enrollment: 27 students
Type: Public
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.5:1
Address: 202 W School Rd, Waubay, SD 57273
Website: waubay.k12.sd.us
Phone: (605) 947-4529
Data Year: SY 2022-23

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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 52.6% (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

54.5%

ELA

64.5%

2010

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2011

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2012

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2014

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2015

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2016

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2017

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2018

Math

44.5%

ELA

54.5%

2019

Math

44.5%

ELA

54.5%

2020*

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2021*

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2022

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

48%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

2 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

33.3%

Location

202 W School Rd, Waubay, SD 57273

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waubay Middle School - 03 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Webster Area Middle School - 02 (rated 7.6/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Webster). Another option is Florence Middle School - 03 (rated 5.9/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Florence). Additionally, Sisseton Middle School - 02 (rated 5.2/10, 25.5 miles away, in nearby Sisseton). For more schools in Waubay, see our Waubay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 30.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Waubay Elementary - 02 Waubay	0.0 mi	77	8.4
Waubay High School - 01 Waubay	0.0 mi	68	5.7
Enemy Swim Day School Waubay	6.0 mi	156	3.8
Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster	10.3 mi	270	8.0
Webster Area High School - 01 Webster	10.3 mi	160	8.0
Webster Area Middle School - 02 Webster	10.3 mi	118	7.6
Sunrise Colony - 15 Watertown	14.5 mi	17	—
Summit Elementary - 02 Summit	13.2 mi	135	5.0
Summit High School - 01 Summit	13.2 mi	51	7.2
Florence Elementary - 02 Florence	19.7 mi	172	3.5
Florence High School - 01 Florence	19.7 mi	95	8.8
Florence Middle School - 03 Florence	19.7 mi	65	5.9
Tiospa Zina Tribal School Agency Village	18.9 mi	469	—
Sisseton High School - 01 Sisseton	25.5 mi	299	3.9
Sisseton Middle School - 02 Sisseton	25.5 mi	296	5.2
Westside Elementary - 03 Sisseton	25.4 mi	375	7.2
Wilmot Elementary - 02 Wilmot	22.4 mi	109	4.6
Wilmot High School - 01 Wilmot	22.4 mi	71	5.2
Wilmot Middle School - 03 Wilmot	22.4 mi	53	3.4
Jefferson Elementary - 09 Watertown	30.4 mi	332	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57273 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,750

Median Home Value

$155,800

Median Rent

$578/mo

Population

1,226

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

71.7%

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waubay Middle School - 03

What grades does Waubay Middle School - 03 serve?

Waubay Middle School - 03 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Waubay Middle School - 03?

Waubay Middle School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waubay Middle School - 03?

The student-teacher ratio at Waubay Middle School - 03 is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Waubay Middle School - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waubay Middle School - 03 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waubay Middle School - 03 a charter school?

No, Waubay Middle School - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Waubay Middle School - 03 a Title I school?

No, Waubay Middle School - 03 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waubay Middle School - 03?

48.1% of students at Waubay 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.