For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 132 students in Mellette, SD.
The top ranked public high schools in Mellette, SD are Northwestern High School - 01 and Isucceed - 92. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mellette, SD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in Mellette have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public high schools.
Mellette, SD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 52%, which is less than the South Dakota average of 80%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwestern High School - 01, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 32% (majority American Indian).
Best Public High Schools in Mellette, SD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School - 01
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Grades: 9-12
| 98 students
Rank: #22.
Isucceed - 92
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 3rd St
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Mellette, SD 57461
(605) 887-3467
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Mellette, SD?
The top ranked public high schools in Mellette, SD include Northwestern High School - 01 and Isucceed - 92.
How many public high schools are located in Mellette, SD?
2 public high schools are located in Mellette, SD.
What is the racial composition of students in Mellette, SD?
Mellette, SD public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 32% (majority American Indian).
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