New Underwood Middle School - 04

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New Underwood Middle School - 04 ranks 104 th of 147 South Dakota middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

New Underwood Middle School - 04 is a public middle school serving grades 6-8 in the small town of New Underwood, South Dakota, with a student population of just 68 students. The school has had a mixed performance record, with its statewide ranking fluctuating between 52nd and 137th out of around 143-150 South Dakota middle schools over the past several years, and its SchoolDigger star rating ranging from 0 to 3 stars out of 5.

One of the key challenges facing New Underwood Middle School - 04 is its high chronic absenteeism rates, which have ranged from 17.1% to 26.7% over the past few years, significantly higher than the state average and the rates of the nearby North Middle School - 35, South Middle School - 36, East Middle School - 30, and Douglas Middle School - 01. The school's test scores in both English Language Arts and Mathematics are also generally lower than the state and New Underwood School District 51-3 averages, with only 48.33% of students proficient or better in ELA and 23.34% in Mathematics, compared to state averages of 50.04% and 42.95%, respectively.

While the school's per-student spending has increased over the years, from $7,605 in 2019-2020 to $10,441 in 2022-2023, it remains lower than some of the nearby middle schools. Additionally, the school's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with male students and white students consistently performing worse than female students and the school's overall performance. These factors, combined with the school's declining statewide ranking and inconsistent SchoolDigger star rating, suggest that New Underwood Middle School - 04 may need to implement targeted interventions and strategies to improve student outcomes and better serve its community.

Detail:

Public 6-8

300 E Ash St
New Underwood, SD 57761

(605) 754-6485

District: New Underwood School District 51-3

SchoolDigger Rank:
104^th of 147 South Dakota Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,441

Students who attend New Underwood Middle School - 04 usually attend:

High:

New Underwood High School - 01

Feeder schools for New Underwood Middle School - 04:

Elementary:

New Underwood Elementary - 02

Student/teacher ratio: 17.8

Number of students: 68

Racial breakdown:

White:

80.9%

Two or more races:

17.6%

Hispanic:

1.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 33.8%

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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 34.11. (See more...)

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.

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Compare Details The average total spent per student at New Underwood Middle School - 04 is $10,441.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

New Underwood Middle School - 04:

SchoolDigger ranks New Underwood Middle School - 04 104^th of 147 South Dakota public middle schools. (See New Underwood Middle School - 04 in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Male students:

White students:

New Underwood School District 51-3:

SchoolDigger ranks New Underwood School District 51-3 92^nd of 126 South Dakota school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at New Underwood Middle School - 04

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	SD State Percentile
2003	15.20	122^nd	133	8.3%
2004	35.19	113^th	134	15.7%
2005	31.12	115^th	136	15.4%
2006	7.86	132^nd	141	6.4%
2007	11.97	127^th	136	6.6%
2008	48.22	91^st	136	33.1%
2009	36.49	115^th	139	17.3%
2010	48.65	93^rd	139	33.1%
2011	42.71	99^th	140	29.3%
2012	56.61	73^rd	146	50.0%
2013	54.38	78^th	145	46.2%
2015	48.07	75^th	145	48.3%
2016	50.55	74^th	147	49.7%
2017	54.99	68^th	146	53.4%
2018	61.17	52^nd	147	64.6%
2019	46.96	85^th	149	43.0%
2021	32.56	114^th	145	21.4%
2022	8.49	137^th	143	4.2%
2023	37.09	98^th	150	34.7%
2024	34.11	104^th	147	29.3%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at New Underwood Middle School - 04

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	SD State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	53.44	19^th	46	58.7%

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Rank History for Female students at New Underwood Middle School - 04

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	60.16	36^th	99	63.6%
2021	19.75	99^th	113	12.4%
2024	41.17	75^th	107	29.9%

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Rank History for Male students at New Underwood Middle School - 04

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	36.94	86^th	111	22.5%
2021	47.20	61^st	115	47.0%
2022	11.68	98^th	104	5.8%
2023	46.82	63^rd	116	45.7%
2024	34.49	88^th	115	23.5%

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Rank History for White students at New Underwood Middle School - 04

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	49.10	63^rd	131	51.9%
2019	43.45	84^th	136	38.2%
2021	23.97	115^th	136	15.4%
2022	8.25	130^th	132	1.5%
2023	37.82	93^rd	136	31.6%
2024	35.46	100^th	132	24.2%

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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.

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1994	29	0	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	31
1995	35	0	0	0	4	n/a	n/a	39
1996	35	0	0	0	4	n/a	n/a	39
1997	33	0	0	0	6	n/a	n/a	39
1998	31	0	0	0	3	n/a	n/a	34
1999	31	0	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	33
2000	35	0	0	0	3	n/a	n/a	38
2001	37	0	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	38
2002	41	0	0	0	3	n/a	n/a	44
2003	41	0	0	0	3	n/a	n/a	44
2004	43	0	0	0	5	n/a	n/a	48
2005	39	0	0	0	5	n/a	n/a	44
2006	38	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	38
2007	35	0	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	36
2008	32	n/a	n/a	n/a	5	n/a	n/a	37
2009	43	0	0	0	5	n/a	n/a	48
2010	43	0	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	44
2011	41	0	0	0	4	0	2	47
2012	34	0	0	0	6	0	1	41
2013	33	0	0	0	3	0	1	37
2014	34	0	0	2	3	0	1	40
2015	38	0	0	1	4	0	3	46
2016	42	0	0	0	4	0	5	51
2017	46	0	0	1	2	0	4	53
2018	28	0	0	1	4	1	0	34
2019	27	0	0	1	1	1	3	33
2020	51	0	0	3	3	0	5	62
2021	56	0	0	0	2	0	5	63
2022	55	0	0	1	2	0	6	64
2023	55	0	0	1	0	0	12	68

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

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at New Underwood Middle School - 04

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1994	31	2.2	14.1	n/a
1995	39	2.5	15.6	n/a
1996	39	2.5	15.6	n/a
1997	39	2.5	15.6	33.3
1998	34	2.6	13.1	26.5
1999	33	2.6	12.7	36.4
2000	38	2.5	15.2	36.8
2001	38	3.1	12.3	26.3
2002	44	3.1	14.2	40.9
2003	44	3.1	14.2	40.9
2004	48	2.7	17.8	31.3
2005	44	3.3	13.3	34.1
2006	38	3.5	10.9	21.1
2007	36	2.3	15.7	38.9
2008	37	2.3	16.1	32.4
2009	48	2.4	20.0	27.1
2010	44	3.6	11.9	25
2011	47	2.7	17.0	23.4
2012	41	1.7	23.8	26.8
2013	37	1.8	20.0	29.7
2014	40	1.9	20.3	27.5
2015	46	3.0	15.3	34.8
2016	51	3.0	17.0	29.4
2017	53	2.0	25.9	28.3
2018	34	2.0	16.9	38.2
2019	33	2.4	13.3	36.4
2020	62	2.7	22.3	32.3
2021	63	3.8	16.3	25.4
2022	64	4.3	14.8	29.7
2023	68	3.8	17.8	33.8

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 New Underwood Middle School - 04

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1994	31	2.2	14.1	n/a
1995	39	2.5	15.6	n/a
1996	39	2.5	15.6	n/a
1997	39	2.5	15.6	33.3
1998	34	2.6	13.1	26.5
1999	33	2.6	12.7	36.4
2000	38	2.5	15.2	36.8
2001	38	3.1	12.3	26.3
2002	44	3.1	14.2	40.9
2003	44	3.1	14.2	40.9
2004	48	2.7	17.8	31.3
2005	44	3.3	13.3	34.1
2006	38	3.5	10.9	21.1
2007	36	2.3	15.7	38.9
2008	37	2.3	16.1	32.4
2009	48	2.4	20.0	27.1
2010	44	3.6	11.9	25
2011	47	2.7	17.0	23.4
2012	41	1.7	23.8	26.8
2013	37	1.8	20.0	29.7
2014	40	1.9	20.3	27.5
2015	46	3.0	15.3	34.8
2016	51	3.0	17.0	29.4
2017	53	2.0	25.9	28.3
2018	34	2.0	16.9	38.2
2019	33	2.4	13.3	36.4
2020	62	2.7	22.3	32.3
2021	63	3.8	16.3	25.4
2022	64	4.3	14.8	29.7
2023	68	3.8	17.8	33.8

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.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for New Underwood Middle School - 04

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2020	$204 (2.7%)	$7,401 (97.3%)	$7,605
2021	$306 (3.7%)	$8,064 (96.3%)	$8,370
2022	$247 (2.7%)	$8,951 (97.3%)	$9,198
2023	$809 (7.7%)	$9,632 (92.3%)	$10,441

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on New Underwood Middle School - 04

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 85^th of 149 Middle schools	Ranks 98^th of 150 Middle schools	8.3%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
7th Grade English Language Arts (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	50	47.6	2.4%
7th Grade English Language Arts (New Underwood School District 51-3)	50	47.6	2.4%
7th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	54.1	50.7	3.4%
7th Grade Mathematics (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	60	42.9	17.1%
7th Grade Mathematics (New Underwood School District 51-3)	60	42.9	17.1%
7th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	45.6	41.2	4.4%
8th Grade English Language Arts (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	28.6	28.6
8th Grade English Language Arts (New Underwood School District 51-3)	28.6	28.6
8th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	52.1	48.8	3.4%
8th Grade Mathematics (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	50	23.8	26.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (New Underwood School District 51-3)	50	23.8	26.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	43.8	37.5	6.3%
8th Grade Science (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	28.6	19.1	9.5%
8th Grade Science (New Underwood School District 51-3)	28.6	19.1	9.5%
8th Grade Science (South Dakota)	41.2	38.1	3.1%
All Grades English Language Arts (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	41.2	40.3	0.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (New Underwood School District 51-3)	56.6	43.6	12.9%
All Grades English Language Arts (South Dakota)	53.2	49.7	3.5%
All Grades Mathematics (New Underwood Middle School - 04)	55.9	38.7	17.2%
All Grades Mathematics (New Underwood School District 51-3)	58.2	35.6	22.6%
All Grades Mathematics (South Dakota)	44.9	41.9	3%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	33	68	106.1%
African American	0	0
American Indian	1	0	100%
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	1	1
Pacific Islander	1	0	100%
White	27	55	103.7%
Two or More Races	3	12	300%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	36.4%	33.8%	2.5%

Schools Near New Underwood Middle School - 04

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts (2024)				Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics (2024)				Smarter Balanced Assessments Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 6th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 7th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 8th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts All Grades	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 6th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 7th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 8th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics All Grades	Smarter Balanced Assessments Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
New Underwood Middle School - 04	Public	6-8	300 E Ash St	New Underwood	57761	Pennington County	New Underwood School District 51-3	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 754-6485	68	4	17.8	33.8%	55 (80.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (17.6%)	34.1	104^th of 147 public middle schools	29.3%		37.1	98^th of 150 public middle schools	34.7%	6	38.9	57.2	47.6	48.3	22.2	33.3	14.3	23.3	38.1	$10,441	$809	$9,632
Douglas Middle School - 01	Public	6-8	691 Tower Rd	Box Elder	57719	Pennington County	Douglas School District 51-1	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 923-0050	670	41	16.3	28.5%	449 (67.0%)	11 (1.6%)	78 (11.6%)	5 (0.7%)	58 (8.7%)	1 (0.1%)	68 (10.1%)	34.1	105^th of 147 public middle schools	28.6%		34.5	106^th of 150 public middle schools	29.3%	1	48.5	41.5	48.0	46.1	35.0	28.7	29.5	31.1	31.5	$10,373	$787	$9,586
East Middle School - 30	Public	6-8	4860 Homestead St	Rapid City	57703	Pennington County	Rapid City Area School District 51-4	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 394-4092	600	42	14.4	37.0%	392 (65.3%)	2 (0.3%)	49 (8.2%)	7 (1.2%)	73 (12.2%)	0 (0.0%)	77 (12.8%)	29.1	111^th of 147 public middle schools	24.5%		36.6	100^th of 150 public middle schools	33.3%	11	33.8	41.0	35.2	36.4	35.2	31.8	38.6	35.4	31.6	$10,077	$663	$9,414
North Middle School - 35	Public	6-8	1501 N Maple St	Rapid City	57701	Pennington County	Rapid City Area School District 51-4	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(605) 394-4042	513	35	14.4	100.0%	113 (22.0%)	5 (1.0%)	68 (13.3%)	12 (2.3%)	256 (49.9%)	0 (0.0%)	59 (11.5%)	6	142^nd of 147 public middle schools	3.4%		8.6	141^st of 150 public middle schools	6.0%	1	17.6	22.2	27.1	22.6	12.0	13.7	16.9	14.3	16.3	$10,520	$1,293	$9,227
South Middle School - 36	Public	6-8	2 Indiana St	Rapid City	57701	Pennington County	Rapid City Area School District 51-4	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 394-4024	553	42	13.0	47.4%	271 (49.0%)	6 (1.1%)	73 (13.2%)	5 (0.9%)	122 (22.1%)	0 (0.0%)	76 (13.7%)	18.3	129^th of 147 public middle schools	12.2%		22.6	123^rd of 150 public middle schools	18.0%	6	31.8	36.8	40.9	36.5	20.6	20.2	18.7	19.8	31.0	$11,525	$831	$10,694

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