T. F. Riggs High School, also known simply as Riggs, is the only high school in Pierre, South Dakota. The school mascot is the Pierre Governors. The school has over 800 students and is one of the biggest in South Dakota.
Serving 855 students in grades 9-12, T F Riggs High School - 01 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: T F Riggs High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pierre, SD, encompassing approximately 355.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 13.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 28.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
T F Riggs High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
T F Riggs High School - 01's student population of 855 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
855 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 Motto
to cooperatively inspire all students to achieve their potential
School Rankings
T F Riggs High School - 01 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 T F Riggs High School - 01 is 0.50, 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
#138 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
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
6%
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 T F Riggs High School - 01's ranking?
T F Riggs High School - 01 is ranked #138 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of T F Riggs High School - 01?
The graduation rate of T F Riggs High School - 01 is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend T F Riggs High School - 01?
855 students attend T F Riggs High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of T F Riggs High School - 01 students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T F Riggs High School - 01?
T F Riggs 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 T F Riggs High School - 01 offer ?
T F Riggs High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is T F Riggs High School - 01 part of?
T F Riggs High School - 01 is part of Pierre School District 32-2.
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