Serving 26 students in grades 9-12, Edgemont High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% 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 ≥50% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgemont High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Edgemont, SD, encompassing approximately 711.7 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 20-30 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 14.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgemont High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edgemont High School - 01's student population of 26 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgemont High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgemont High School - 01 is 0.26, 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
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgemont High School - 01's ranking?
Edgemont High School - 01 is ranked #202 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Edgemont High School - 01 often compared to?
Edgemont High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Hot Springs High School - 01, Custer High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
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 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edgemont High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Edgemont High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edgemont High School - 01?
26 students attend Edgemont High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Edgemont High School - 01 students are White, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemont High School - 01?
Edgemont 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 Edgemont High School - 01 offer ?
Edgemont High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgemont High School - 01 part of?
Edgemont High School - 01 is part of Edgemont School District 23-1.
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