Summary:
The 51249 zip code area has only one middle school, Sibley-Ocheyedan Middle School, which serves grades 5-8 and is part of the Sibley-Ocheyedan Community School District. The school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, with a 1-star rating in 2024-2025 but 4-star ratings in the two previous years, indicating variable academic outcomes.
Sibley-Ocheyedan Middle School generally performs above the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics, but there are some areas of concern, such as lower proficiency rates in 7th grade ELA and 8th grade Math. The school has a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6%, which could be a contributing factor to its uneven academic performance. Additionally, the school serves a high-poverty population, with 48.15% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which may present unique challenges and resource needs.
Despite these challenges, the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.5, which could be a positive factor in providing more individualized attention and support for students. Overall, the data suggests that Sibley-Ocheyedan Middle School has a mix of strengths and areas for improvement, and the school's performance may be influenced by a variety of factors, including economic and demographic considerations.
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