Serving 1,356 students in grades 9-12, Brandon Valley High School - 01 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Valley High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brandon Valley High School - 01's student population of 1,356 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will prepare our students to be life long learners and productive citizens through a positive learning environment.
School Rankings
Brandon Valley High School - 01 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Valley High School - 01 is 0.26, 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
#22 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
3%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Brandon Valley High School - 01's ranking?
Brandon Valley High School - 01 is ranked #22 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Brandon Valley High School - 01 often compared to?
Brandon Valley High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Garretson High School - 01, Roosevelt High School - 03 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandon Valley High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Brandon Valley High School - 01 is 97%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Brandon Valley High School - 01?
1,356 students attend Brandon Valley High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brandon Valley High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon Valley High School - 01?
Brandon Valley High School - 01 has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brandon Valley High School - 01 offer ?
Brandon Valley High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brandon Valley High School - 01 part of?
Brandon Valley High School - 01 is part of Brandon Valley School District 49-2.
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