Mitchell High School is a public high school located in Mitchell, South Dakota. It serves students in grades 9 through 12, and is the only high school in the Mitchell School District.
Serving 909 students in grades 9-12, Mitchell High School - 01 ranks in the top 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 42% (which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mitchell High School - 01's student population of 909 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
909 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Mitchell 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 Mitchell High School - 01 is 0.34, 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
#199 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell High School - 01's ranking?
Mitchell High School - 01 is ranked #199 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mitchell High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Mitchell High School - 01 is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mitchell High School - 01?
909 students attend Mitchell High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mitchell High School - 01 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell High School - 01?
Mitchell High School - 01 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mitchell High School - 01 offer ?
Mitchell High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mitchell High School - 01 part of?
Mitchell High School - 01 is part of Mitchell School District 17-2.
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