九游体育

九游体育 Review - Established 2003

Top 5 Best Rapid City Public Middle Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 2,923 students in Rapid City, SD.
The top ranked public middle schools in Rapid City, SD are Southwest Middle School - 38, Rapid City Online Middle School - 93 and West Middle School - 37. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rapid City, SD public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Rapid City have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).

Best Public Middle Schools in Rapid City, SD (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwest Middle School - 38
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4501 Park Dr
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-6792
Grades: 6-8
| 665 students
Rank: #22.
Rapid City Online Middle School - 93
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
625 9th St Ste 208
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4067
Grades: 6-8
| 16 students
Rank: #33.
West Middle School - 37
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1003 Soo San Dr
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-4033
Grades: 6-8
| 603 students
Rank: #44.
East Middle School - 30
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4860 Homestead St
Rapid City, SD 57703
(605) 394-4092
Grades: 6-8
| 611 students
Rank: #55.
South Middle School - 36
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2 Indiana St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4024
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
Rank: #66.
North Middle School - 35
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1501 N Maple St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4042
Grades: 6-8
| 480 students
Rank: #77.
Jefferson Building - 64
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
21 St Joseph St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-1813
Grades: PK-12
| 35 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wellfully - 65
Alternative School
22 Waterloo St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4048
Grades: 1-12
| 11 students
[+] Show Closed 九游体育s in Rapid City, South Dakota

Rapid City, South Dakota 九游体育s (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
9th Grade Academy - 72 (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1315 Quincy St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-3553
Grades: 9-10
| 59 students
Alternative Education Center - 73 (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
21 St Joseph St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4048
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
Career Learning Center - 71 (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
730 East Watertown
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-6718
Grades: 9-12
| 11 students
Kibben-kuster - 52 (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
3302 West St Cloud St
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-1813
Grades: PK-12
| 37 students
Rapid City High School - 45 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
601 Columbus St
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4048
Grades: 9-12
| 356 students
Virtual School - 74 (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
21 St Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4048
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in Rapid City, SD?
The top ranked public middle schools in Rapid City, SD include Southwest Middle School - 38, Rapid City Online Middle School - 93 and West Middle School - 37.
How many public middle schools are located in Rapid City?
8 public middle schools are located in Rapid City.
What is the racial composition of students in Rapid City?
Rapid City public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Which public middle schools in Rapid City are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save 九游体育s?
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save 九游体育s?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.

Quick Links

School Search Tools:
School by Type (SD):
Private & Boarding Schools:
State Links: