Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Doland High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
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 ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in SD)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Doland High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Doland, SD, encompassing approximately 426.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Doland High School - 01's student population of 21 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Doland High School - 01 is 0.10, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Doland Wheelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doland High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Doland High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Doland High School - 01?
21 students attend Doland High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Doland High School - 01 students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doland High School - 01?
Doland High School - 01 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doland High School - 01 offer ?
Doland High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doland High School - 01 part of?
Doland High School - 01 is part of Doland School District 56-2.
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