Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Mccook Central 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 30-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccook Central High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mccook Central High School - 01's student population of 118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mccook Central 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 Mccook Central High School - 01 is 0.13, 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
#362 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccook Central High School - 01's ranking?
Mccook Central High School - 01 is ranked #362 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mccook Central High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Mccook Central High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mccook Central High School - 01?
118 students attend Mccook Central High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mccook Central High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccook Central High School - 01?
Mccook Central 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 Mccook Central High School - 01 offer ?
Mccook Central High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mccook Central High School - 01 part of?
Mccook Central High School - 01 is part of Mccook Central School District 43-7.
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