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White Lake Middle School - 03

Middle School · White Lake School District 01-3

PO Box 246, White Lake, SD 57383

Enrollment

23

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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

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About White Lake Middle School - 03

White Lake Middle School - 03 is a public middle school in White Lake, SD, part of White Lake School District 01-3. White Lake Middle School - 03 serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 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 White Lake Middle School - 03 show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 23 students, White Lake 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.

White Lake 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.

30% of students at White Lake 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
23 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Address
PO Box 246, White Lake, SD 57383
Phone
(605) 249-2251
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (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
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
49.5%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
49.5%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

Location

PO Box 246, White Lake, SD 57383

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Lake Middle School - 03 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 (rated 7.2/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Platte). Another option is Kimball Middle School - 04 (rated 6.8/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Kimball). Additionally, Plankinton Jr. High - 03 (rated 4.4/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Plankinton). For more schools in White Lake, see our White Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.2 mi
School Distance Rating
White Lake Elementary - 02 White Lake 0.0 mi 4.0
White Lake High School - 01 White Lake 0.0 mi 4.5
Grass Ranch Colony Elementary - 13 Kimball 10.1 mi 6.6
Grass Ranch Colony High School - 15 Kimball 10.1 mi
Cedar Grove Colony Elementary - 14 Platte 14.2 mi 8.9
Plankinton Elementary - 02 Plankinton 11.5 mi 8.3
Plankinton High School - 01 Plankinton 11.5 mi 5.0
Plankinton Jr. High - 03 Plankinton 11.5 mi 4.4
Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 Plankinton 12.1 mi
Aurora Plains Academy Middle School - 04 Plankinton 12.1 mi
Dakota Reach - 06 Plankinton 12.1 mi
Dakota Reach Middle School - 07 Plankinton 12.1 mi
Kimball Middle School - 04 Kimball 12.4 mi 6.8
Kimball Elementary - 02 Kimball 12.4 mi 8.2
Kimball High School - 01 Kimball 12.4 mi 8.1
Corsica-Stickney Elementary - 02 Stickney 16.5 mi 8.7
DAKOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corsica 23.5 mi 7.1
Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 Platte 24.2 mi 8.1
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 Platte 24.2 mi 7.5
Platte - Geddes Jr. High - 03 Platte 24.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57383 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,250

Median Home Value

$105,600

Median Rent

$658/mo

Population

815

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

49

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Lake Middle School - 03

What grades does White Lake Middle School - 03 serve?

White Lake Middle School - 03 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend White Lake Middle School - 03?

White Lake Middle School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at White Lake Middle School - 03 is 11.5:1. 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 White Lake Middle School - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Lake Middle School - 03 has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is White Lake Middle School - 03 a charter school?

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

Is White Lake Middle School - 03 a Title I school?

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

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

56.5% of students at White Lake 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Aurora County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

District

White Lake School District 01-3
District Enrollment
124
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,643

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