Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Vermillion Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vermillion Middle School - 02's student population of 343 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Together we connect, inspire and achieve.
School Rankings
Vermillion Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vermillion Middle School - 02 is 0.37, 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
#201 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vermillion Middle School - 02's ranking?
Vermillion Middle School - 02 is ranked #201 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Vermillion Middle School - 02?
343 students attend Vermillion Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Vermillion Middle School - 02 students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vermillion Middle School - 02?
Vermillion Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vermillion Middle School - 02 offer ?
Vermillion Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vermillion Middle School - 02 part of?
Vermillion Middle School - 02 is part of Vermillion School District 13-1.
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