Serving 50 students in grades 9-12, Summit 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 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- 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 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Summit, SD, covering approximately 156.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Summit High School - 01's student population of 50 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
50 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Summit 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 Summit High School - 01 is 0.56, which is more 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%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit High School - 01's ranking?
Summit 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 Summit High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Summit High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Summit High School - 01?
50 students attend Summit High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Summit High School - 01 students are White, 26% of students are American Indian, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit High School - 01?
Summit High School - 01 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Summit High School - 01 offer ?
Summit High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summit High School - 01 part of?
Summit High School - 01 is part of Summit School District 54-6.
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