Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, Arlington High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Arlington, SD, covering approximately 231.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a driving time of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington High School - 01's student population of 76 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Arlington High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington High School - 01 is 0.28, which is less 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
#127 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
84%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington High School - 01's ranking?
Arlington High School - 01 is ranked #127 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Arlington High School - 01 often compared to?
Arlington High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Castlewood High School - 01, Lake Preston High School - 01, Estelline High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Arlington High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Arlington High School - 01?
76 students attend Arlington High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Arlington High School - 01 students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington High School - 01?
Arlington 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 Arlington High School - 01 offer ?
Arlington High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington High School - 01 part of?
Arlington High School - 01 is part of Arlington School District 38-1.
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