Serving 36 students in grades 6-8, Colome Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colome Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Colome Middle School - 03's student population of 36 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will provide each student with a diverse education while promoting life readiness for individual success.
School Mascot
Cowboys And Cowgirls
School Rankings
Colome Middle School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colome Middle School - 03 is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
22%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
72%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cowboys And Cowgirls
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colome Middle School - 03's ranking?
Colome Middle School - 03 is ranked #378 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Colome Middle School - 03?
36 students attend Colome Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Colome Middle School - 03 students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colome Middle School - 03?
Colome Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colome Middle School - 03 offer ?
Colome Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colome Middle School - 03 part of?
Colome Middle School - 03 is part of Colome Consolidated 59-3 School District.
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