Serving 146 students in grades 9-12, Bon Homme High School - 01 ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bon Homme High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bon Homme High School - 01's student population of 146 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Bon Homme High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Homme High School - 01 is 0.13, 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
#257 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bon Homme High School - 01's ranking?
Bon Homme High School - 01 is ranked #257 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Bon Homme High School - 01 often compared to?
Bon Homme High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Scotland High School - 01, Menno High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bon Homme High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Bon Homme High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Bon Homme High School - 01?
146 students attend Bon Homme High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bon Homme High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bon Homme High School - 01?
Bon Homme High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bon Homme High School - 01 offer ?
Bon Homme High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bon Homme High School - 01 part of?
Bon Homme High School - 01 is part of Bon Homme School District 04-2.
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