School Overview
Hill City Middle School, located at 341 Main St in Hill City, South Dakota, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Black Hills region. As part of the Hill City School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic achievement with character development. By focusing on the unique developmental needs of middle-school-aged children, the institution provides a bridge between elementary foundations and high school preparation, emphasizing a curriculum designed to prepare students for future success in a supportive, community-oriented setting.

The school benefits from its location in a small, close-knit mountain community, which often translates into a personalized learning experience and strong collaboration between staff, parents, and the local area. By maintaining a focus on core academic subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities, Hill City Middle School encourages students to explore their interests and engage as active participants in their education. Further details regarding their specific programs, school calendar, and faculty resources can be found on their official website at http://www.hillcity.k12.sd.us.
120
Total Students
6.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hill City Middle School - 04
Demographic Student Count
White82
Hispanic26
Asian2
Two or More6
American Indian4
  • White
    82 (68.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    26 (21.7 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (5.0 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (3.3 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hill City School District 51-2
Phone: (605)574-3025
Website: http://www.hillcity.k12.sd.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 120
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 6.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 26
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Grade 6 38
Grade 7 45
Grade 8 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hill City Middle School - 04
Grade Student Count
Grade 638
Grade 745
Grade 837
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hill City Middle School - 04
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6251.7%
Male5848.3%