Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Wall Middle School - 06 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wall Middle School - 06's student population of 59 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wall Middle School - 06 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wall Middle School - 06 is 0.44, 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
#381 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
14%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
3%
3%
White
73%
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
17%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wall Middle School - 06's ranking?
Wall Middle School - 06 is ranked #381 out of 619 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Wall Middle School - 06?
59 students attend Wall Middle School - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wall Middle School - 06 students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wall Middle School - 06?
Wall Middle School - 06 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wall Middle School - 06 offer ?
Wall Middle School - 06 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wall Middle School - 06 part of?
Wall Middle School - 06 is part of Wall School District 51-5.
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