SELBY JR. HIGH - 03

Selby Jr. High - 03 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Selby Area School District 62-5 school district, located in Selby, SD with about 34 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, Selby Jr. High - 03 has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Selby Jr. High, located at 108 E Dakota St in Selby, South Dakota, serves as a foundational educational institution within the community. As part of the Selby Area School District, the school is dedicated to supporting students during the critical middle school years by fostering both academic growth and personal development. Its location in a small, close-knit rural community allows for a focused learning environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from faculty and staff.

The school operates as a central hub for local youth, emphasizing the importance of foundational literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging participation in extracurricular activities. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere, Selby Jr. High strives to prepare its students for the academic rigors of high school and beyond. The institution remains committed to the values of the Selby area, aiming to provide a high-quality education that addresses the unique needs of students in a rural South Dakota setting.

For more information, contact Selby Jr. High - 03 at (605) 649-7818 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.