Below Average

#457 of 574 schools in SD

West Central Middle School - 04

Middle School · West Central School District 49-7

PO Box 730, Hartford, SD 57033

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#457 of 574

In Hartford

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

West Central School District 49-7

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About West Central Middle School - 04

West Central Middle School - 04 is a public middle school in Hartford, SD, part of West Central School District 49-7. West Central Middle School - 04 serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Central Middle School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #457 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for West Central Middle School - 04 show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below SD schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
SD avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

West Central Middle School - 04 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.74 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.7Average35%

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

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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-5.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile40th

Resources & Environment5.4Average25%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,984

Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

West Central Middle School - 04 — Students at West Central Middle School - 04 score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 57.4% (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

88%

ELA

86%

2010

Math

88%

ELA

78%

2011

Math

79%

ELA

83%

2012

Math

72%

ELA

70%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

37%

2015

Math

30%

ELA

44%

2016

Math

39%

ELA

53%

2017

Math

38%

ELA

49%

2018

Math

27%

ELA

48%

2019

Math

27%

ELA

48%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

50%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

50%

2022

Math

44%

ELA

50%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How West Central Middle School - 04 Compares

See how West Central Middle School - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.7/10

21th percentile in SD

Academic

5.7/10

Average

Growth

3.4/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

5.4/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

13%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

19 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

10.3%

Location

PO Box 730, Hartford, SD 57033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Central Middle School - 04 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tri-Valley Intermediate School - 03 (rated 6.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Colton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial Middle School - 04 (rated 5.9/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George McGovern Middle School -09 (rated 5.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
West Central High School - 01 Hartford	0.1 mi	398	5.5
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 Hartford	0.3 mi	273	8.8
Brighten Transition Youth Treatment Center - 07 Hartford	4.6 mi	9	—
Falls Academy - 08 Hartford	4.6 mi	24	—
Tri-Valley High School - 01 Colton	7.6 mi	275	8.6
Tri-Valley Intermediate School - 03 Colton	7.6 mi	303	6.3
Tri-Valley Elementary in Colton - 02 Colton	7.6 mi	154	5.2
West Central Humboldt Elementary - 02 Hartford	7.0 mi	403	6.4
George McGovern Middle School -09 Sioux Falls	7.5 mi	747	5.7
Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 Tea	8.7 mi	262	7.9
Discovery Elementary - 26 Sioux Falls	8.5 mi	867	5.3
Memorial Middle School - 04 Sioux Falls	8.6 mi	1,138	5.9
Hayward Elementary - 38 Sioux Falls	8.5 mi	676	2.9
Jefferson High School - 67 Sioux Falls	8.4 mi	1,840	3.8
RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 Sioux Falls	9.8 mi	910	6.8
BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls	9.3 mi	21	—
CTE - 37 Sioux Falls	8.8 mi	1	—
Roosevelt High School - 03 Sioux Falls	9.8 mi	1,776	5.1
Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 Sioux Falls	9.8 mi	591	5.3
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls	9.7 mi	222	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,156

Median Home Value

$280,500

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

5,947

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Central Middle School - 04

What grades does West Central Middle School - 04 serve?

West Central Middle School - 04 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend West Central Middle School - 04?

West Central Middle School - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Central Middle School - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at West Central Middle School - 04 is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Central Middle School - 04 rank in SD?

West Central Middle School - 04 ranks #457 of 574 schools in SD.

What is West Central Middle School - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

West Central Middle School - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 West Central Middle School - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Central Middle School - 04 has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Central Middle School - 04 a charter school?

No, West Central Middle School - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Central Middle School - 04 a Title I school?

No, West Central Middle School - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Central Middle School - 04?

13.2% of students at West Central Middle School - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.