Serving 94 students in grades 9-12, Burke High School - 01 ranks in the top 20% 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 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 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Burke, SD, covering approximately 350.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burke High School - 01's student population of 94 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Burke High School - 01 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke High School - 01 is 0.11, 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
#97 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
3%
White
94%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke High School - 01's ranking?
Burke High School - 01 is ranked #97 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 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 Burke High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Burke High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burke High School - 01?
94 students attend Burke High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Burke High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke High School - 01?
Burke 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 Burke High School - 01 offer ?
Burke High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burke High School - 01 part of?
Burke High School - 01 is part of Burke School District 26-2.
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