Serving 108 students in grades 9-12, Britton-hecla 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 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Britton-hecla High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Britton-hecla High School - 01's student population of 108 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Britton-hecla High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Britton-hecla High School - 01 is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 616 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
1%
3%
White
88%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Britton-hecla High School - 01's ranking?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 is ranked #135 out of 616 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Britton-hecla High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Britton-hecla High School - 01 is 80%, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Britton-hecla High School - 01?
108 students attend Britton-hecla High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Britton-hecla High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Britton-hecla High School - 01?
Britton-hecla 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 Britton-hecla High School - 01 offer ?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Britton-hecla High School - 01 part of?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 is part of Britton-Hecla School District 45-4.
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