Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Selby High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% 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 7:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Selby High School serves the entire district of Selby, SD, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 653.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selby High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Selby High School - 01's student population of 55 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Selby 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 Selby High School - 01 is 0.17, 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
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selby High School - 01's ranking?
Selby High School - 01 is ranked #202 out of 619 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?
<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 Selby High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Selby High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Selby High School - 01?
55 students attend Selby High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Selby High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selby High School - 01?
Selby 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 Selby High School - 01 offer ?
Selby High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Selby High School - 01 part of?
Selby High School - 01 is part of Selby Area School District 62-5.
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