Summary:
There is only one middle school located in zip code 57356 - Andes Central Middle School - 04. This school serves students in the Andes Central School District 11-1, which is ranked 94 out of 147 districts in South Dakota and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Andes Central Middle School - 04 is struggling academically, with significantly lower test scores compared to the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, only 16.33% of students were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 50.93%. The school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 20.2%, which likely contributes to the poor academic performance. Despite the school's small size and low student-to-teacher ratio, as well as high per-student spending of $20,430, these resources have not translated into improved outcomes for the students.
Overall, Andes Central Middle School - 04 is one of the lower-performing middle schools in South Dakota, with significant challenges in student academic achievement and attendance. While the school may have access to resources, it has not yet been able to effectively address the underlying issues and help its students succeed. Further analysis and targeted interventions may be necessary to improve the school's performance and provide a better educational experience for the students.
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