Serving 132 students in grades 9-12, Platte - Geddes High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Platte - Geddes High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 632.2 square miles in Platte, SD. Families typically travel 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 24.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platte - Geddes 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
Platte - Geddes High School - 01's student population of 132 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platte - Geddes High School - 01 is 0.24, 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
#331 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
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
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
87%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Black Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte - Geddes High School - 01's ranking?
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 is ranked #331 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Platte - Geddes High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Platte - Geddes High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Platte - Geddes High School - 01?
132 students attend Platte - Geddes High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Platte - Geddes High School - 01 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platte - Geddes High School - 01?
Platte - Geddes 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 Platte - Geddes High School - 01 offer ?
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Platte - Geddes High School - 01 part of?
Platte - Geddes High School - 01 is part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
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