Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Langford Area 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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- 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: Langford Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 425.2 square miles around Langford, SD. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 16 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 30.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langford Area High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Langford Area High School - 01's student population of 59 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empowering Excellence
School Rankings
Langford Area 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 Langford Area High School - 01 is 0.22, 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. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
14%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langford Area High School - 01's ranking?
Langford Area 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 Langford Area High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Langford Area High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Langford Area High School - 01?
59 students attend Langford Area High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Langford Area High School - 01 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langford Area High School - 01?
Langford Area 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 Langford Area High School - 01 offer ?
Langford Area High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Langford Area High School - 01 part of?
Langford Area High School - 01 is part of Langford Area School District 45-5.
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