Serving 74 students in grades 9-12, Menno High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Menno High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 180.6 square miles around Menno, SD. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menno High School - 01's student population of 74 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Menno School District vision is to help our students become productive members of society and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Menno 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 Menno High School - 01 is 0.00, 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
#323 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menno High School - 01's ranking?
Menno High School - 01 is ranked #323 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Menno High School - 01 often compared to?
Menno High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Bon Homme High School - 01, Scotland High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menno High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Menno High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Menno High School - 01?
74 students attend Menno High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Menno High School - 01 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menno High School - 01?
Menno 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 Menno High School - 01 offer ?
Menno High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Menno High School - 01 part of?
Menno High School - 01 is part of Menno School District 33-2.
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