Serving 66 students in grades 9-12, Harding County 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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- 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: Harding County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 2,678.1 square miles around Buffalo, SD. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 38.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding County High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harding County High School - 01's student population of 66 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harding County 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 Harding County High School - 01 is 0.04, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
98%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding County High School - 01's ranking?
Harding County 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 Harding County High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Harding County High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harding County High School - 01?
66 students attend Harding County High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Harding County High School - 01 students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding County High School - 01?
Harding County 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 Harding County High School - 01 offer ?
Harding County High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harding County High School - 01 part of?
Harding County High School - 01 is part of Harding County School District 31-1.
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