Serving 215 students in grades 9-12, Hot Springs High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hot Springs High School - 01's student population of 215 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs 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
#356 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
72%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs High School - 01's ranking?
Hot Springs High School - 01 is ranked #356 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Hot Springs High School - 01 often compared to?
Hot Springs High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Custer High School - 01, Edgemont High School - 01, Hill City High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hot Springs High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Hot Springs High School - 01 is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hot Springs High School - 01?
215 students attend Hot Springs High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hot Springs High School - 01 students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hot Springs High School - 01?
Hot Springs High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hot Springs High School - 01 offer ?
Hot Springs High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hot Springs High School - 01 part of?
Hot Springs High School - 01 is part of Hot Springs School District 23-2.
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