Serving 274 students in grades 5-8, Wagner Middle School - 03 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 26% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 68% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wagner Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wagner Middle School - 03's student population of 274 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wagner Middle School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wagner Middle School - 03 is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 636 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
56%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
32%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wagner Middle School - 03's ranking?
Wagner Middle School - 03 is ranked #539 out of 636 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Wagner Middle School - 03?
274 students attend Wagner Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wagner Middle School - 03 students are American Indian, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wagner Middle School - 03?
Wagner Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wagner Middle School - 03 offer ?
Wagner Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wagner Middle School - 03 part of?
Wagner Middle School - 03 is part of Wagner Community School District 11-4.
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