Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Wagner High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wagner High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wagner school district, covering approximately 343.6 square miles in Wagner, SD. The typical drive to the school from the zone can take 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wagner High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wagner High School - 01's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wagner 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 Wagner High School - 01 is 0.63, 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
#136 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
50%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
31%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wagner High School - 01's ranking?
Wagner High School - 01 is ranked #136 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wagner High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Wagner High School - 01 is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wagner High School - 01?
201 students attend Wagner High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wagner High School - 01 students are American Indian, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wagner High School - 01?
Wagner High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wagner High School - 01 offer ?
Wagner High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wagner High School - 01 part of?
Wagner High School - 01 is part of Wagner Community School District 11-4.
School Reviews
Review Wagner High School - 01. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
