Spearfish Middle School - 05 | Spearfish, SD (For STEM)

About Spearfish Middle School - 05

Spearfish Middle School-05 is located at 1600 North Canyon Drive in the Spearfish area of Spearfish, South Dakota (57783), serving families across this northern Black Hills city. The school serves grades 6–8 and enrolls about 573 students with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 14:1. According to the latest state test data compiled in national reporting, about 45% of students are proficient in math, and about 52% are proficient in reading. The gender mix is roughly 50% female and 50% male. The campus blends core academic instruction with opportunities for collaborative learning and personal growth as students gain the skills they need for high school. Homes near the school typically range from the low $200,000s to around the mid $400,000s, giving families access to various single-family housing options with convenient proximity to parks, shops, and community services in Spearfish. Caregivers often describe teachers as engaging and communicative, routines as clear and supportive, and communication that helps students stay organized and confident as expectations rise. Spearfish Middle School - 05 is dedicated to academic advancement and community engagement, striving to be among the best middle schools in South Dakota.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 45%

Reading 52%

State average proficiency is 45% in Math and 52% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

14 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

573

Total Students

$60066

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 87.43%

Asian 1.4%

Hispanic 4.71%

Black 1.05%

Two+ Races 3.49%

Native Am. 1.75%

White

87.43%

Asian

1.4%

Hispanic

4.71%

Black

1.05%

Two+ Races

3.49%

Native Am.

1.75%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 573

49.74%

285 Female

50.26%

288 Male

Student Population

573 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

286 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Spearfish Middle School - 05 Contact Information

Address

525 E Illinois, Spearfish, SD, 57783

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Phone

(605) 717-1215

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Website

http://www.spearfish.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 - 3:15 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

Spearfish Middle School recognized a student academic achievement connected to state-level competition. Student Bayla Miner, along with teammate Alli Sheeler, had previously been acknowledged for STEM excellence at the regional level. The recognition reflects academic performance that supported qualification for higher-level academic contests.

FAQ

Q1. What is the learning emphasis at Spearfish Middle School?

Ans. Spearfish Middle School emphasizes a developmental approach with teaming, small learning communities, adult advocacy, and collaborative leadership to meet students’ evolving learning needs.

Q2. What is the stated goal of Spearfish Middle School for its learners?

Ans. Spearfish Middle School’s mission is to empower all students to succeed in a changing world.

Q3. How does Spearfish Middle School support technology use for students?

Ans. Spearfish Middle School runs a 1:1 laptop program allowing students to use individual devices to support classroom learning and digital engagement.

Q4. What types of student engagement activities are available at Spearfish Middle School?

Ans. Spearfish Middle School offers a schedule of activities and clubs that provide students with opportunities to participate outside academic classes.

Q5. What calendar and family tool access does Spearfish Middle School provide?

Ans. Spearfish Middle School shares a full activities calendar and gives families access to resources like the campus parent portal for school information.

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

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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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