Serving 65 students in grades 9-12, Andes Central High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Andes Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire Lake Andes school district, encompassing approximately 204.4 square miles. It typically takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various locations within this zone, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the edge and a maximum reach of 12 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andes Central High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Andes Central High School - 01's student population of 65 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
65 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Andes Central High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andes Central High School - 01 is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
57%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andes Central High School - 01's ranking?
Andes Central High School - 01 is ranked #258 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andes Central High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Andes Central High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Andes Central High School - 01?
65 students attend Andes Central High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Andes Central High School - 01 students are American Indian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andes Central High School - 01?
Andes Central High School - 01 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andes Central High School - 01 offer ?
Andes Central High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andes Central High School - 01 part of?
Andes Central High School - 01 is part of Andes Central School District 11-1.
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