Serving 719 students in grades 7-8, Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02's student population of 719 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 ranks within the top 10% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 is 0.26, 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
#48 out of 619 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
3%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Valley Middle School - 02's ranking?
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 is ranked #48 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Brandon Valley Middle School - 02?
719 students attend Brandon Valley Middle School - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon Valley Middle School - 02?
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 offer ?
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 part of?
Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 is part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
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