Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, Belle Fourche 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Fourche High School's attendance zone covers the entire Belle Fourche school district, encompassing an area of approximately 954.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 41.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Fourche High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Belle Fourche High School - 01's student population of 389 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belle Fourche 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 Belle Fourche High School - 01 is 0.25, 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
#164 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Fourche High School - 01's ranking?
Belle Fourche High School - 01 is ranked #164 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Fourche High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Belle Fourche High School - 01 is 95%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Belle Fourche High School - 01?
389 students attend Belle Fourche High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Belle Fourche High School - 01 students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Fourche High School - 01?
Belle Fourche 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 Belle Fourche High School - 01 offer ?
Belle Fourche High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Fourche High School - 01 part of?
Belle Fourche High School - 01 is part of Belle Fourche School District 09-1.
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