Serving 333 students in grades 9-12, Milbank High School - 01 ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milbank High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milbank High School - 01's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Students to Meet Life’s Transitions and Future Challenges
School Rankings
Milbank High School - 01 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milbank High School - 01 is 0.32, 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
#65 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milbank High School - 01's ranking?
Milbank High School - 01 is ranked #65 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milbank High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Milbank High School - 01 is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Milbank High School - 01?
333 students attend Milbank High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Milbank High School - 01 students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milbank High School - 01?
Milbank 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 Milbank High School - 01 offer ?
Milbank High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milbank High School - 01 part of?
Milbank High School - 01 is part of Milbank School District 25-4.
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