Serving 1,998 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 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High School serves the east part of Rapid City, SD, encompassing an attendance zone that spans approximately 213.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 22.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School - 41's student population of 1,998 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,998 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.69, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
66%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 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 84%.
How many students attend Central High School - 41?
1,998 students attend Central High School - 41.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Central High School - 41 students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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