Serving 110 students in grades 9-12, Freeman High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower 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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freeman High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Freeman, SD, encompassing approximately 238.9 square miles. Most students typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeman High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Freeman High School - 01's student population of 110 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freeman 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 Freeman High School - 01 is 0.34, 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
#293 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
80%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Flyers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeman High School - 01's ranking?
Freeman High School - 01 is ranked #293 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?
21-39% 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 Freeman High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Freeman High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Freeman High School - 01?
110 students attend Freeman High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Freeman High School - 01 students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeman High School - 01?
Freeman High School - 01 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Freeman High School - 01 offer ?
Freeman High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Freeman High School - 01 part of?
Freeman High School - 01 is part of Freeman School District 33-1.
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