Serving 67 students in grades 6-8, Canistota Middle School - 03 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canistota Middle School - 03's student population of 67 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canistota Middle School - 03 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 Canistota Middle School - 03 is 0.19, 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
#230 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Canistota School District 43-1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canistota Middle School - 03's ranking?
Canistota Middle School - 03 is ranked #230 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Canistota Middle School - 03?
67 students attend Canistota Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Canistota Middle School - 03 students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canistota Middle School - 03?
Canistota Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canistota Middle School - 03 offer ?
Canistota Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canistota Middle School - 03 part of?
Canistota Middle School - 03 is part of Canistota School District 43-1.
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