Serving 51 students in grades 6-8, Andes Central Middle School - 04 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than 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 82% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andes Central Middle School - 04 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Andes Central Middle School - 04's student population of 51 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andes Central Middle School - 04 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 Andes Central Middle School - 04 is 0.66, which is more 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
#558 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
51%
14%
Hispanic
10%
9%
White
18%
66%
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andes Central Middle School - 04's ranking?
Andes Central Middle School - 04 is ranked #558 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Andes Central Middle School - 04?
51 students attend Andes Central Middle School - 04.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Andes Central Middle School - 04 students are American Indian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andes Central Middle School - 04?
Andes Central Middle School - 04 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andes Central Middle School - 04 offer ?
Andes Central Middle School - 04 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andes Central Middle School - 04 part of?
Andes Central Middle School - 04 is part of Andes Central School District 11-1.
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