George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 | Brookings, SD (For STEM)

About George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02

George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 is located at 1801 12th Street South in the south Brookings area of Brookings, South Dakota, 57006, serving students from across this vibrant city. The school serves grades 6–8 and enrolls about 773 students with a student–teacher ratio near 13:1. Math proficiency is 31%, and reading competence is 49%, according to the most recent state test outcomes. The gender distribution is approximately 53% male and 47% female. The school integrates rigorous academic instruction with programs aimed at promoting collaboration, critical thinking, and confidence as students transition to high school. Nearby housing options typically range from the low $200,000s to the mid $400,000s, providing families with a selection of single-family homes, well-established neighborhoods, and convenient access to parks, retail centers, and community services. Caregivers often describe teachers as committed and communicative, establishing routines that enhance student organization and engagement as expectations rise each year. George S. Mickelson Middle School-02 is committed to academic excellence and student support, aiming to position itself as one of the best middle schools in South Dakota.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 31%

Reading 49%

State average proficiency is 31% in Math and 49% in Reading.

58

Full-time Teachers

13 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

773

Total Students

$60066

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 80.21%

Asian 2.46%

Hispanic 7.24%

Black 2.98%

Two+ Races 4.92%

Native Am. 2.2%

White

80.21%

Asian

2.46%

Hispanic

7.24%

Black

2.98%

Two+ Races

4.92%

Native Am.

2.2%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 773

46.57%

360 Female

53.43%

413 Male

Student Population

773 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

386 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Contact Information

Address

1801 12th St S, Brookings, SD, 57006

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Phone

(605) 696-4500

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Website

http://www.brookings.k12.sd.us

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM - 3:22 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

George S. Mickelson Middle School eighth-grade students are conducting a final fundraiser for the 2026 Washington, D.C. trip. Students registered for the trip are selling Hot Stuff pizzas, with order forms due by Friday, January 23, 2026. The fundraiser is intended to help offset travel costs associated with the educational trip.

FAQ

Q1. What educational approach does George S. Mickelson Middle School use to support learning?

Ans. George S. Mickelson Middle School organizes instruction using an interdisciplinary team approach where students take core and encore classes designed to support a broad academic experience.

Q2. How does George S. Mickelson Middle School incorporate technology into student learning?

Ans. Classrooms at George S. Mickelson Middle School are wired for internet access, supporting teacher and parent communication as well as student use of technology during learning.

Q3. What kinds of courses and subject areas are offered by George S. Mickelson Middle School?

Ans. George S. Mickelson Middle School students take courses in areas such as math, language arts, science, social studies, foreign languages, wellness, general music, art, and technology skills.

Q4. What extracurricular opportunities exist at George S. Mickelson Middle School?

Ans. George S. Mickelson Middle School offers about 15 organized clubs and activities outside the regular school day, including athletic and fine arts activities.

Q5. What is the historical significance of George S. Mickelson Middle School in South Dakota’s education system?

Ans. George S. Mickelson Middle School was the first organized middle school in the state of South Dakota when it was established in 1967.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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