Serving 125 students in grades 9-12, Bennett County High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,190.5 square miles around Martin, SD. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 21.3 miles and the furthest point approximately 29.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett County High School - 01's student population of 125 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bennett County High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett County High School - 01 is 0.59, 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
#559 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
60%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
White
19%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.2%
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 (17-18)
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Warrior Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett County High School - 01's ranking?
Bennett County High School - 01 is ranked #559 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bennett County High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Bennett County High School - 01 is 60-79%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bennett County High School - 01?
125 students attend Bennett County High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bennett County High School - 01 students are American Indian, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett County High School - 01?
Bennett County High School - 01 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennett County High School - 01 offer ?
Bennett County High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett County High School - 01 part of?
Bennett County High School - 01 is part of Bennett County School District 03-1.
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