Serving 64 students in grades 6-8, Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher 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 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03's student population of 64 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 is 0.21, 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
#147 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 is ranked #147 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03?
64 students attend Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03?
Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 part of?
Corsica-stickney Jr. High - 03 is part of Corsica-Stickney 21-3 School District.
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