Stevens High School is one of three public high schools in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. The school opened in November 1969, and has an enrollment of approximately 1600 students. The school is situated in the foothills of South Dakota's Black Hills on the city's western outskirts.
Serving 1,771 students in grades 9-12, Stevens High School - 42 ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Stevens High School serves the western part of Rapid City, SD, covering an area of approximately 205.7 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 14.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stevens High School - 42 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stevens High School - 42's student population of 1,771 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,771 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Stevens High School - 42 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stevens High School - 42 is 0.38, 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
#152 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevens High School - 42's ranking?
Stevens High School - 42 is ranked #152 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Stevens High School - 42 often compared to?
Stevens High School - 42is often viewed alongside schools like Central High School - 41 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stevens High School - 42?
The graduation rate of Stevens High School - 42 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stevens High School - 42?
1,771 students attend Stevens High School - 42.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Stevens High School - 42 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevens High School - 42?
Stevens High School - 42 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stevens High School - 42 offer ?
Stevens High School - 42 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stevens High School - 42 part of?
Stevens High School - 42 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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