Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Estelline High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Estelline High School's attendance zone covers the entire Estelline school district, encompassing approximately 169.4 square miles around the city of Estelline, SD. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estelline High School - 01's student population of 83 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate and prepare each student with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a diverse society.
School Rankings
Estelline High School - 01 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 Estelline High School - 01 is 0.23, 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
#429 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estelline High School - 01's ranking?
Estelline High School - 01 is ranked #429 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Estelline High School - 01 often compared to?
Estelline High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Arlington High School - 01, Castlewood High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estelline High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Estelline High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Estelline High School - 01?
83 students attend Estelline High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Estelline High School - 01 students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estelline High School - 01?
Estelline High School - 01 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Estelline High School - 01 offer ?
Estelline High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estelline High School - 01 part of?
Estelline High School - 01 is part of Estelline School District 28-2.
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