Serving 63 students in grades 9-12, Montrose High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Montrose High School serves the entire district of Montrose, SD, encompassing an area of approximately 124.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montrose High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montrose High School - 01's student population of 63 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Montrose High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montrose 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
#182 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
98%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Montrose High School - 01's ranking?
Montrose High School - 01 is ranked #182 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montrose High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Montrose High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Montrose High School - 01?
63 students attend Montrose High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Montrose High School - 01 students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montrose High School - 01?
Montrose High School - 01 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Montrose High School - 01 offer ?
Montrose High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montrose High School - 01 part of?
Montrose High School - 01 is part of Montrose School District 43-2.
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