publicmiddleGrade 6-8

West Middle School - 37

1003 Soo San Dr, Rapid City, SD 57702, United States

+1 (605) 394-4033

http://www.rcas.org

4.8

Overall Rating

Location

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West Middle School - 37 Overview

About This School

West Middle School - 37 is a public middle in Rapid City, South Dakota, serving 591 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 53% in ELA and 43% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 38 teachers earning an average salary of $54,908. One counselor is available for the student body. Students are composed of 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown includes 71% White, 12% Two or More Races, 9% Hispanic, and 1% Black.

591

Total Students

Grade 6-8

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

38 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts53%

Mathematics43%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Pennington County

Students per Counselor

591:1

West Middle School - 37 Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

53%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 44%State Avg: 51%

43%

Mathematics

City Avg: 36%State Avg: 44%

N/A

Science

Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 18.4:1

State Avg: 15.3:1

591

Students per Counselor

West Middle School - 37 Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$54,908

City Avg: $54,908

State Avg: $47,106

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor591:1

West Middle School - 37 Student Demographics

Student Body

48.9%

Male

51.1%

Female

Total Enrollment: 591 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White71.24%

Hispanic9.31%

Asian0.17%

Black1.02%

Two or More Races11.51%

Native American6.77%

West Middle School - 37 Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About West Middle School - 37

Q: What is West Middle School - 37?

A: West Middle School - 37 is a middle public located in Rapid City.

Q: How many students attend West Middle School - 37?

A: West Middle School - 37 has approximately 591 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Middle School - 37?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Middle School - 37 is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about West Middle School - 37

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About West Middle School - 37 - Rapid City, SD

Quick Facts about West Middle School - 37
School Name	West Middle School - 37
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	1003 Soo San Dr, Rapid City, SD 57702, Rapid City, SD
County	Pennington County
Phone	+1 (605) 394-4033
Total Students	591
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	38
Rating	4.8/10
ELA Proficiency	53%
Math Proficiency	43%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Middle School - 37

What is West Middle School - 37?

West Middle School - 37 is a middle public located in Rapid City.

How many students attend West Middle School - 37?

West Middle School - 37 has approximately 591 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Middle School - 37?

The student-teacher ratio at West Middle School - 37 is 15:1.

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