Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Colome High School - 01 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colome High School's attendance zone, which covers the entire district, is located in Colome, SD, and encompasses approximately 807 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 32.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 52.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colome High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Colome High School - 01's student population of 38 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will provide each student with a diverse education while promoting life readiness for individual success.
School Rankings
Colome 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 Colome High School - 01 is 0.29, 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
#83 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Colome High School - 01's ranking?
Colome High School - 01 is ranked #83 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colome High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Colome High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Colome High School - 01?
38 students attend Colome High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Colome High School - 01 students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colome High School - 01?
Colome High School - 01 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colome High School - 01 offer ?
Colome High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colome High School - 01 part of?
Colome High School - 01 is part of Colome School District 59-3.
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