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Rutland Junior High - 03

Summary:

Rutland Junior High - 03 is a small public middle school serving grades 6-8 in the rural town of Rutland, South Dakota, with a student population of just 48 students. Despite its small size, the school has demonstrated strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts, outpacing the state and district averages.

Rutland Junior High - 03 stands out for its high percentage of white students (97.92%), which is significantly higher than the more diverse student populations of the surrounding schools, such as Flandreau Middle School - 03 and George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02. The school's academic performance is also noteworthy, with proficiency rates in both English Language Arts (61.22%) and Mathematics (38.77%) exceeding the state and Rutland School District 39-4 averages. Additionally, Rutland Junior High - 03 maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 8.2 to 10.2 over the past three years.

While Rutland Junior High - 03 generally outperforms nearby middle schools in academic measures, its ranking has fluctuated significantly, from 16th out of 145 middle schools in 2020-2021 to 109th out of 143 in 2021-2022. This inconsistency, along with the school's lack of racial diversity, suggests that further investigation and potential improvements may be warranted to ensure the continued success of this small, rural middle school.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 102 School St
       Rutland, SD  57057

(605) 586-4352

District: Rutland School District 39-4


Student/teacher ratio:  10.2 Help
Number of students:  48

Racial breakdown:

White:
97.9%
American Indian:
2.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  39.6% Help


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Compare Details Rutland Junior High - 03 is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 59.57. (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.
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Rank History for Rutland Junior High - 03

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Rank History for all students at Rutland Junior High - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 46.73 95th 141 32.6%
2009 30.26 122nd 139 12.2%
2015 40.95 96th 145 33.8%
2018 28.95 118th 147 19.7%
2019 28.32 116th 149 22.1%
2021 79.79 16th 145 89.0%
2022 31.96 109th 143 23.8%
2023 59.57 53rd 150 64.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Rutland Junior High - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.32 85th 111 23.4%
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Rank History for White students at Rutland Junior High - 03

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools SD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 11.93 128th 131 2.3%
2019 21.10 119th 136 12.5%
2021 72.26 20th 136 85.3%
2022 22.40 117th 132 11.4%
2023 50.87 64th 136 52.9%
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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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Enrollment information for Rutland Junior High - 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 30 30
1990 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 22 22
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 14 14
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 14 14
1993 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
1994 23 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 23
1995 27 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 27
1996 27 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 27
1997 30 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 30
1998 27 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 27
1999 23 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 23
2000 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
2001 20 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 20
2002 13 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 13
2003 13 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 13
2004 12 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 12
2005 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
2006 24 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 24
2007 14 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 14
2008 15 1 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0 16
2009 22 1 0 1 2 n/a n/a 0 26
2010 12 0 0 0 4 n/a n/a 0 16
2011 15 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 18
2012 19 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 20
2013 20 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 21
2014 19 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 21
2015 27 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 28
2016 16 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 17
2017 25 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 26
2018 28 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 29
2019 32 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 32
2020 35 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35
2021 39 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 39
2022 47 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 47
2023 47 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 48

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

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Rutland Junior High - 03

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 30 2.6 11.5 n/a
1990 22 2.8 7.8 n/a
1991 14 0.0 0.0 n/a
1992 14 n/a n/a n/a
1993 19 2.7 7.0 n/a
1994 23 2.4 9.6 n/a
1995 27 2.6 10.4 n/a
1996 27 2.6 10.4 n/a
1997 30 2.4 12.5 16.7
1998 27 5.7 4.7 33.3
1999 23 3.4 6.8 17.4
2000 19 2.2 8.6 26.3
2001 20 2.4 8.3 10
2002 13 1.5 8.7 15.4
2003 13 1.5 8.7 15.4
2004 12 1.1 10.9 16.7
2005 19 1.1 17.3 36.8
2006 24 1.5 16.0 33.3
2007 14 1.3 10.8 28.6
2008 16 1.6 10.0 18.8
2009 26 1.9 13.7 26.9
2010 16 1.4 11.0 43.8
2011 18 2.1 8.2 38.9
2012 20 2.3 8.6 40
2013 21 2.5 8.2 42.9
2014 21 2.4 8.5 42.9
2015 28 3.0 9.3 42.9
2016 17 2.0 8.5 52.9
2017 26 4.2 6.1 61.5
2018 29 4.2 6.7 44.8
2019 32 4.5 7.0 56.3
2020 35 5.1 6.8 48.6
2021 39 4.7 8.2 33.3
2022 47 4.6 10.0 27.7
2023 48 4.6 10.2 39.6

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 Rutland Junior High - 03

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 30 2.6 11.5 n/a
1990 22 2.8 7.8 n/a
1991 14 0.0 0.0 n/a
1992 14 n/a n/a n/a
1993 19 2.7 7.0 n/a
1994 23 2.4 9.6 n/a
1995 27 2.6 10.4 n/a
1996 27 2.6 10.4 n/a
1997 30 2.4 12.5 16.7
1998 27 5.7 4.7 33.3
1999 23 3.4 6.8 17.4
2000 19 2.2 8.6 26.3
2001 20 2.4 8.3 10
2002 13 1.5 8.7 15.4
2003 13 1.5 8.7 15.4
2004 12 1.1 10.9 16.7
2005 19 1.1 17.3 36.8
2006 24 1.5 16.0 33.3
2007 14 1.3 10.8 28.6
2008 16 1.6 10.0 18.8
2009 26 1.9 13.7 26.9
2010 16 1.4 11.0 43.8
2011 18 2.1 8.2 38.9
2012 20 2.3 8.6 40
2013 21 2.5 8.2 42.9
2014 21 2.4 8.5 42.9
2015 28 3.0 9.3 42.9
2016 17 2.0 8.5 52.9
2017 26 4.2 6.1 61.5
2018 29 4.2 6.7 44.8
2019 32 4.5 7.0 56.3
2020 35 5.1 6.8 48.6
2021 39 4.7 8.2 33.3
2022 47 4.6 10.0 27.7
2023 48 4.6 10.2 39.6

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 Rutland Junior High - 03

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2020 $639 (5.3%) $11,321 (94.7%) $11,959
2021 $334 (3.0%) $10,989 (97.1%) $11,322
2022 $527 (5.0%) $10,053 (95.0%) $10,581
2023 $424 (3.9%) $10,330 (96.1%) $10,754

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Rutland Junior High - 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 116th of 149 Middle schoolsRanks 53rd of 150 Middle schools
 42.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Rutland Junior High - 03)53.858.3
 4.5%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Rutland School District 39-4)46.741.2
 5.5%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)50.844.6
 6.3%
6th Grade Mathematics (Rutland Junior High - 03)38.533.3
 5.1%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Rutland School District 39-4)33.323.5
 9.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)41.339.1
 2.2%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Rutland Junior High - 03)2050
 30%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Rutland School District 39-4)18.250
 31.8%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)54.150.7
 3.4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Rutland Junior High - 03)2030
 10%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Rutland School District 39-4)18.227.3
 9.1%
   7th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)45.641.2
 4.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Rutland Junior High - 03)35.561.2
 25.7%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Rutland School District 39-4)55.656.9
 1.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (South Dakota)53.249.7
 3.5%
All Grades Mathematics (Rutland Junior High - 03)2938.8
 9.7%
   All Grades Mathematics (Rutland School District 39-4)42.435.8
 6.6%
   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 Students3248
 50%
African American00
American Indian01
Asian00
Hispanic00
Pacific Islander00
White3247
 46.9%
Two or More Races00
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients56.3%39.6%
 16.7%

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Students at Rutland Junior High - 03 are 98% White, 2% American Indian.

In the 2022-23 school year, 48 students attended Rutland Junior High - 03.


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