Serving 36 students in grades 7-8, Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02's student population of 36 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 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 Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 is 0.30, 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
#367 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
83%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Colman-Egan School District 50-5
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colman-egan Jr. High - 02's ranking?
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 is ranked #367 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Colman-egan Jr. High - 02?
36 students attend Colman-egan Jr. High - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colman-egan Jr. High - 02?
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 offer ?
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 part of?
Colman-egan Jr. High - 02 is part of Colman-Egan School District 50-5.
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