WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL - 37
West Middle School - 37 is a public middle school that is part of the Rapid City Area School District 51-4 school district, located in Rapid City, SD with about 656 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, West Middle School - 37 has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
West Middle School, located at 1003 Soo San Drive in Rapid City, South Dakota, is a prominent educational institution serving the local community as part of the Rapid City Area Schools district. Catering to students in the middle school grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school while encouraging them to explore their individual interests and talents.
As part of the broader Rapid City school system, West Middle School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student development. The school’s facilities and programs are designed to support a diverse student body, offering various extracurricular activities and support services that promote a well-rounded educational experience. For families looking for more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or specific department resources, the official district website at http://www.rcas.org serves as a primary hub for ongoing communication and updates.
For more information, contact West Middle School - 37 at (605) 394-4033 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Rapid City, SD 57702
(605) 394-4033
http://www.rcas.org
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL - 37 is a public school in Rapid City, SD with about 656 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in South Dakota
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Rapid City Area School District 51-4
- Total Students:
- 656
- Teachers:
- 40.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 656 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL - 37 is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 78.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 5.3%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- Female
- 46.2%
- Male
- 53.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.