Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Northwestern High School - 01 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern High School - 01's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwestern High School - 01 ranks within the top 20% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern High School - 01 is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 616 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern High School - 01's ranking?
Northwestern High School - 01 is ranked #108 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Northwestern High School - 01 is 80%, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Northwestern High School - 01?
98 students attend Northwestern High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northwestern High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern High School - 01?
Northwestern High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern High School - 01 offer ?
Northwestern High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern High School - 01 part of?
Northwestern High School - 01 is part of Northwestern Area School District 56-7.
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