MOUNT VERNON MIDDLE SCHOOL - 03

Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Mount Vernon School District 17-3 school district, located in Mount Vernon, SD with about 53 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 4 teachers, Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Mount Vernon Middle School, located at 500 N Main in Mount Vernon, South Dakota, serves as a core educational hub for the local community. As part of the Mount Vernon School District, the middle school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of students during their formative middle-grade years. The school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school by providing foundational knowledge and encouraging active participation in the learning process.

The school operates with a commitment to maintaining strong community ties, typical of the rural South Dakota educational experience. Through their official website, http://www.mtvernon.k12.sd.us, families and stakeholders can access information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district updates. By leveraging community involvement and a focused curriculum, Mount Vernon Middle School strives to equip its students with the skills necessary for future success while upholding the values of the surrounding Mount Vernon area.

For more information, contact Mount Vernon Middle School - 03 at (605) 236-5237 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.