Serving 47 students in grades 7-8, Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Jr. High - 03's student population of 47 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Learning for life.
School Rankings
Arlington Jr. High - 03 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Jr. High - 03 is 0.08, 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
#8 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
96%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Jr. High - 03's ranking?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 is ranked #8 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Arlington Jr. High - 03?
47 students attend Arlington Jr. High - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arlington Jr. High - 03 students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Jr. High - 03?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington Jr. High - 03 offer ?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Jr. High - 03 part of?
Arlington Jr. High - 03 is part of Arlington School District 38-1.
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