Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Hill City 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 30-39% (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 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Hill City High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Hill City, SD, encompassing approximately 577.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 14.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill City High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hill City High School - 01's student population of 158 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hill City 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 Hill City High School - 01 is 0.46, 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
#238 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
71%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill City High School - 01's ranking?
Hill City High School - 01 is ranked #238 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Hill City High School - 01 often compared to?
Hill City High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Custer High School - 01, Hot Springs High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Hill City High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Hill City High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hill City High School - 01?
158 students attend Hill City High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hill City High School - 01 students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hill City High School - 01?
Hill City High School - 01 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hill City High School - 01 offer ?
Hill City High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hill City High School - 01 part of?
Hill City High School - 01 is part of Hill City School District 51-2.
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