Sturgis Brown High School is located in Sturgis, South Dakota and is part of the Meade School District. Located east of Sturgis at 12930 E. Hwy 34, the school draws students from all over the city.
Serving 845 students in grades 9-12, Sturgis Brown 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 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sturgis Brown High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sturgis school district, covering an area of approximately 3,117.1 square miles around Sturgis, SD. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 80 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sturgis Brown High School - 01's student population of 845 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
845 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sturgis Brown 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 Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is 0.21, 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
#238 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Scoopers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sturgis Brown High School - 01's ranking?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is ranked #238 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Sturgis Brown High School - 01 often compared to?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Stevens High School - 42 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sturgis Brown High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sturgis Brown High School - 01?
845 students attend Sturgis Brown High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sturgis Brown High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sturgis Brown High School - 01?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sturgis Brown High School - 01 offer ?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sturgis Brown High School - 01 part of?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is part of Meade School District 46-1.
School Reviews
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