Serving 64 students in grades 9-12, Scotland 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 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Scotland High School serves the entire district of Scotland, SD, covering an area of approximately 265.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical driving time of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotland High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scotland High School - 01's student population of 64 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scotland 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 Scotland High School - 01 is 0.26, 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
#293 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotland High School - 01's ranking?
Scotland High School - 01 is ranked #293 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Scotland High School - 01 often compared to?
Scotland High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Bon Homme High School - 01, Menno High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scotland High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Scotland High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Scotland High School - 01?
64 students attend Scotland High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Scotland High School - 01 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotland High School - 01?
Scotland High School - 01 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scotland High School - 01 offer ?
Scotland High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scotland High School - 01 part of?
Scotland High School - 01 is part of Scotland School District 04-3.
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