Serving 422 students in grades 5-8, Stagebarn Middle School - 10 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 44% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stagebarn Middle School - 10's student population of 422 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Stagebarn Middle School - 10 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 Stagebarn Middle School - 10 is 0.29, 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
#421 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Stagebarn Middle School - 10's ranking?
Stagebarn Middle School - 10 is ranked #421 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Stagebarn Middle School - 10?
422 students attend Stagebarn Middle School - 10.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Stagebarn Middle School - 10 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stagebarn Middle School - 10?
Stagebarn Middle School - 10 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stagebarn Middle School - 10 offer ?
Stagebarn Middle School - 10 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stagebarn Middle School - 10 part of?
Stagebarn Middle School - 10 is part of Meade School District 46-1.
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