Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, Britton-hecla 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 70-79% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Britton-Hecla High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Britton, SD, covering an area of approximately 661.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 30.6 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Britton-hecla High School - 01's student population of 127 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Britton-hecla High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Britton-hecla High School - 01 is 0.14, 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
#247 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 #247 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
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 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Britton-hecla High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Britton-hecla High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Britton-hecla High School - 01?
127 students attend Britton-hecla High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Britton-hecla High School - 01 students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Britton-hecla High School - 01?
Britton-hecla 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 Britton-hecla High School - 01 offer ?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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