Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Plankinton High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower 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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plankinton High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Plankinton High School - 01's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Plankinton High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plankinton High School - 01 is 0.48, 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
#213 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
32%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plankinton High School - 01's ranking?
Plankinton High School - 01 is ranked #213 out of 636 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?
21-39% 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 Plankinton High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Plankinton High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Plankinton High School - 01?
98 students attend Plankinton High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Plankinton High School - 01 students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plankinton High School - 01?
Plankinton 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 Plankinton High School - 01 offer ?
Plankinton High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plankinton High School - 01 part of?
Plankinton High School - 01 is part of Plankinton School District 01-1.
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