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Langford Area Middle School - 03

Summary:

Langford Area Middle School - 03 is a small public middle school serving grades 6-8 in Langford, South Dakota, with a student population of just 42 students. The school is part of the Langford Area 45-5 school district, which is ranked 63 out of 126 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Langford Area Middle School - 03 has seen fluctuations in its academic performance over the years, with its statewide ranking ranging from 2nd to 101st among South Dakota middle schools. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in Smarter Balanced Assessments for English Language Arts (39.47%) and Mathematics (39.48%) are lower than the state averages (50.04% and 42.95%, respectively). However, the school's performance is generally on par or slightly better than the Langford Area 45-5 district. The school's chronic absenteeism rate of 11.9% in the 2023-2024 school year is also higher than the state average, and the school has a relatively high percentage of students (33.33%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

While Langford Area Middle School - 03 has seen an increase in per-student spending and fluctuations in its student-teacher ratio, the school's academic performance and attendance challenges suggest that the school and district may need to explore targeted interventions and support strategies to address the specific needs of its students, particularly in the 6th and 8th grades. Comparing the school's performance to nearby middle schools, such as Groton Area Middle School - 04 and Britton-Hecla Middle School - 03, could provide valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration and shared learning.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 206 Chestnut St
       Langford, SD  57454

(605) 493-6454

District: Langford Area 45-5

SchoolDigger Rank:
101st of 147 South Dakota Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,318 Help


Students who attend Langford Area Middle School - 03 usually attend:

High:    Langford Area High School - 01

Feeder schools for Langford Area Middle School - 03:

Elementary:    Langford Area Elementary - 02

Student/teacher ratio:  10.0 Help
Number of students:  41

Racial breakdown:

White:
87.8%
American Indian:
4.9%
Two or more races:
4.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  22% Help


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Compare Details Langford Area Middle School - 03 ranks worse than 68.7% of middle schools in South Dakota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 36.84. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (87.8%), American Indian (4.9%), two or more races (4.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 22% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Langford Area Middle School - 03 is 10. (See more...)
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Compare Langford Area Middle School - 03 employs 4 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Langford Area Middle School - 03 is $14,318.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Langford Area Middle School - 03:

SchoolDigger ranks Langford Area Middle School - 03 101st of 147 South Dakota public middle schools. (See Langford Area Middle School - 03 in the ranking list.)

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Langford Area 45-5:

SchoolDigger ranks Langford Area 45-5 63rd of 126 South Dakota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Langford Area Middle School - 03

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Rank History for all students at Langford Area Middle School - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 79.37 7th 133 94.7%
2004 48.08 93rd 134 30.6%
2005 49.03 90th 136 33.8%
2006 65.78 42nd 141 70.2%
2007 64.27 45th 136 66.9%
2008 77.31 10th 136 92.6%
2009 58.94 63rd 139 54.7%
2010 55.52 77th 139 44.6%
2012 81.61 6th 146 95.9%
2013 74.97 18th 145 87.6%
2015 45.62 79th 145 45.5%
2016 63.97 40th 147 72.8%
2017 64.04 44th 146 69.9%
2018 41.95 98th 147 33.3%
2019 44.10 94th 149 36.9%
2021 88.51 2nd 145 98.6%
2022 53.16 69th 143 51.7%
2023 43.94 92nd 150 38.7%
2024 36.84 101st 147 31.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Langford Area Middle School - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 43.55 47th 79 40.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Langford Area Middle School - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 24.45 86th 110 21.8%
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Rank History for White students at Langford Area Middle School - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.00 103rd 131 21.4%
2019 25.50 111th 136 18.4%
2021 76.61 14th 136 89.7%
2022 44.15 79th 132 40.2%
2023 43.63 83rd 136 39.0%
2024 34.57 102nd 132 22.7%
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Data source: test scores: South Dakota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Langford Area Middle School - 03

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 39 39
1990 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 41 41
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 38 38
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 38 38
1993 39 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 39
1994 36 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 36
1995 33 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 33
1996 33 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 33
1997 32 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 33
1998 39 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 39
1999 37 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 37
2000 39 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 39
2001 36 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 36
2002 36 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 37
2003 36 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 37
2004 40 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 40
2005 36 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 36
2006 31 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 31
2007 35 1 0 0 4 n/a n/a 0 40
2008 41 2 n/a n/a 5 n/a n/a 0 48
2009 40 2 0 0 4 n/a n/a 0 46
2010 36 1 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 38
2011 36 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 38
2012 33 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 34
2013 41 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 44
2014 41 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 43
2015 48 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 51
2016 47 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 51
2017 51 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 53
2018 34 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 36
2019 35 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 38
2020 31 0 0 3 0 0 2 0 36
2021 31 0 0 4 0 0 1 0 36
2022 40 0 0 2 2 0 1 0 45
2023 38 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 42
2024 36 0 0 1 2 0 2 0 41

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Langford Area Middle School - 03

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 39 2.0 19.5 n/a
1990 41 2.5 16.4 n/a
1991 38 0.0 0.0 n/a
1992 38 n/a n/a n/a
1993 39 2.8 13.9 n/a
1994 36 2.6 13.8 n/a
1995 33 2.8 11.8 n/a
1996 33 2.8 11.8 n/a
1997 33 2.7 12.2 30.3
1998 39 3.0 13.0 43.6
1999 37 3.3 11.2 45.9
2000 39 3.4 11.5 51.3
2001 36 2.7 13.3 61.1
2002 37 2.3 16.1 54.1
2003 37 2.3 16.1 54.1
2004 40 2.2 18.2 47.5
2005 36 2.2 16.4 44.4
2006 31 2.1 14.8 45.2
2007 40 3.1 12.9 52.5
2008 48 3.2 15.0 70.8
2009 46 3.0 15.3 60.9
2010 38 3.1 11.9 60.5
2011 38 3.1 12.2 50
2012 34 3.0 11.1 44.1
2013 44 2.8 15.4 36.4
2014 43 2.7 15.4 25.6
2015 51 3.0 17.0 27.5
2016 51 4.0 12.7 43.1
2017 53 3.6 14.3 39.6
2018 36 4.0 9.0 38.9
2019 38 3.9 9.5 52.6
2020 36 3.6 10.0 44.4
2021 36 3.5 10.0 36.1
2022 45 5.0 8.8 20
2023 42 3.7 11.1 33.3
2024 41 4.0 10.0 22

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Langford Area Middle School - 03

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 39 2.0 19.5 n/a
1990 41 2.5 16.4 n/a
1991 38 0.0 0.0 n/a
1992 38 n/a n/a n/a
1993 39 2.8 13.9 n/a
1994 36 2.6 13.8 n/a
1995 33 2.8 11.8 n/a
1996 33 2.8 11.8 n/a
1997 33 2.7 12.2 30.3
1998 39 3.0 13.0 43.6
1999 37 3.3 11.2 45.9
2000 39 3.4 11.5 51.3
2001 36 2.7 13.3 61.1
2002 37 2.3 16.1 54.1
2003 37 2.3 16.1 54.1
2004 40 2.2 18.2 47.5
2005 36 2.2 16.4 44.4
2006 31 2.1 14.8 45.2
2007 40 3.1 12.9 52.5
2008 48 3.2 15.0 70.8
2009 46 3.0 15.3 60.9
2010 38 3.1 11.9 60.5
2011 38 3.1 12.2 50
2012 34 3.0 11.1 44.1
2013 44 2.8 15.4 36.4
2014 43 2.7 15.4 25.6
2015 51 3.0 17.0 27.5
2016 51 4.0 12.7 43.1
2017 53 3.6 14.3 39.6
2018 36 4.0 9.0 38.9
2019 38 3.9 9.5 52.6
2020 36 3.6 10.0 44.4
2021 36 3.5 10.0 36.1
2022 45 5.0 8.8 20
2023 42 3.7 11.1 33.3
2024 41 4.0 10.0 22

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Langford Area Middle School - 03

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2020 $159 (1.4%) $11,513 (98.6%) $11,671
2021 $328 (2.7%) $11,968 (97.3%) $12,296
2022 $701 (5.6%) $11,794 (94.4%) $12,495
2023 $33 (0.2%) $14,285 (99.8%) $14,318

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Langford Area Middle School - 03

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 94th of 149 Middle schoolsRanks 92nd of 150 Middle schools
 1.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Langford Area Middle School - 03)63.633.3
 30.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Langford Area 45-5)43.826.3
 17.4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)50.844.6
 6.3%
6th Grade Mathematics (Langford Area Middle School - 03)72.733.3
 39.4%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Langford Area 45-5)5026.3
 23.7%
   6th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)41.339.1
 2.2%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Langford Area Middle School - 03)3023.1
 6.9%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Langford Area 45-5)27.325
 2.3%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)54.150.7
 3.4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Langford Area Middle School - 03)6030.8
 29.2%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Langford Area 45-5)54.520
 34.5%
   7th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)45.641.2
 4.4%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Langford Area Middle School - 03)37.575
 37.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Langford Area 45-5)38.169.2
 31.1%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)52.148.8
 3.4%
8th Grade Mathematics (Langford Area Middle School - 03)31.366.7
 35.4%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Langford Area 45-5)28.661.5
 33%
   8th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)43.837.5
 6.3%
8th Grade Science (Langford Area Middle School - 03)31.333.3
 2.1%
   8th Grade Science (Langford Area 45-5)38.130.8
 7.3%
   8th Grade Science (South Dakota)41.238.1
 3.1%
All Grades English Language Arts (Langford Area Middle School - 03)43.242.5
 0.7%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Langford Area 45-5)42.643.7
 1.1%
   All Grades English Language Arts (South Dakota)53.249.7
 3.5%
All Grades Mathematics (Langford Area Middle School - 03)51.442.5
 8.8%
   All Grades Mathematics (Langford Area 45-5)44.440.3
 4%
   All Grades Mathematics (South Dakota)44.941.9
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students3842
 10.5%
African American00
American Indian02
Asian00
Hispanic11
Pacific Islander00
White3538
 8.6%
Two or More Races21
 50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients52.6%33.3%
 19.3%

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In the 2023-24 school year, 41 students attended Langford Area Middle School - 03.

Langford Area Middle School - 03 ranks 101st of 147 South Dakota middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Langford Area Middle School - 03 usually go on to attend Langford Area High School - 01

Students at Langford Area Middle School - 03 are 88% White, 5% American Indian, 5% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.


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