Serving 2,020 students in grades 9-12, Central High School - 41 ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School - 41 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central High School - 41's student population of 2,020 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Central High School - 41 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School - 41 is 0.67, which is more 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
#385 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
22%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
51%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
66%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Central High School - 41's ranking?
Central High School - 41 is ranked #385 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Central High School - 41 often compared to?
Central High School - 41is often viewed alongside schools like Stevens High School - 42, Douglas High School - 03 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School - 41?
The graduation rate of Central High School - 41 is 66%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Central High School - 41?
2,020 students attend Central High School - 41.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Central High School - 41 students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School - 41?
Central High School - 41 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central High School - 41 offer ?
Central High School - 41 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central High School - 41 part of?
Central High School - 41 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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