Serving 112 students in grades 9-12, Parkston 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 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkston High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Parkston, SD, encompassing approximately 308.4 square miles. Families typically find themselves within a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkston 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Parkston High School - 01's student population of 112 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
112 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Parkston 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 Parkston High School - 01 is 0.19, 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
#85 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkston High School - 01's ranking?
Parkston High School - 01 is ranked #85 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkston High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Parkston High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Parkston High School - 01?
112 students attend Parkston High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Parkston High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkston High School - 01?
Parkston High School - 01 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parkston High School - 01 offer ?
Parkston High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkston High School - 01 part of?
Parkston High School - 01 is part of Parkston School District 33-3.
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