Serving 96 students in grades 5-8, Kimball Middle School - 04 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimball Middle School - 04's student population of 96 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Kiotes And Wildkats
School Rankings
Kimball Middle School - 04 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kimball Middle School - 04 is 0.19, 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
#285 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
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
17%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kiotes And Wildkats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimball Middle School - 04's ranking?
Kimball Middle School - 04 is ranked #285 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Kimball Middle School - 04?
96 students attend Kimball Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kimball Middle School - 04 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimball Middle School - 04?
Kimball Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kimball Middle School - 04 offer ?
Kimball Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kimball Middle School - 04 part of?
Kimball Middle School - 04 is part of Kimball School District 07-2.
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