Serving 66 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.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menno High School - 01's student population of 66 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
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 0.04, 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
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
98%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
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?
66 students attend Menno High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Menno High School - 01 students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Back To School Open House from 5-7 pm
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School--Welcome Back; Early dismissal at 1:00 pm
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
Early Dismissal at 1:00 pm for Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School--Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School/1:00 pm dismissal---Have a great summer!
May 12, 2027 (Wednesday)
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