Serving 43 students in grades 9-12, Eureka 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 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Eureka High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Eureka, SD, encompassing approximately 619.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone takes about 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 14.4 miles and the furthest edge located 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eureka High School - 01's student population of 43 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Eureka 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 Eureka High School - 01 is 0.13, 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
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
White
93%
66%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka High School - 01's ranking?
Eureka High School - 01 is ranked #202 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eureka High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Eureka High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Eureka High School - 01?
43 students attend Eureka High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Eureka High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eureka High School - 01?
Eureka High School - 01 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eureka High School - 01 offer ?
Eureka High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eureka High School - 01 part of?
Eureka High School - 01 is part of Eureka School District 44-1.
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