Serving 925 students in grades 6-8, Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07's student population of 925 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 is 0.47, 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
#89 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
8%
3%
White
72%
66%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Henry Middle School - 07's ranking?
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 is ranked #89 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 often compared to?
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07is often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School - 06, Memorial Middle School - 04 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Patrick Henry Middle School - 07?
925 students attend Patrick Henry Middle School - 07.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick Henry Middle School - 07?
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 offer ?
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 part of?
Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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