Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Wakpala High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 6:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wakpala High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Wakpala, SD, encompassing approximately 200.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wakpala High School - 01's student population of 38 students has declined by 43% 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
38 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 ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wakpala High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakpala High School - 01 is 0.10, 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
#476 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
95%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
25%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakpala High School - 01's ranking?
Wakpala High School - 01 is ranked #476 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Wakpala High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Wakpala High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wakpala High School - 01?
38 students attend Wakpala High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wakpala High School - 01 students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakpala High School - 01?
Wakpala High School - 01 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wakpala High School - 01 offer ?
Wakpala High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wakpala High School - 01 part of?
Wakpala High School - 01 is part of Smee School District 15-3.
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