Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Webster Area 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 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster Area High School's attendance zone covers the entire Webster school district, encompassing approximately 493 square miles in and around Webster, SD. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster Area 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
Webster Area High School - 01's student population of 164 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Webster Area 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 Webster Area High School - 01 is 0.19, 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
#159 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster Area High School - 01's ranking?
Webster Area High School - 01 is ranked #159 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 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Webster Area High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Webster Area High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Webster Area High School - 01?
164 students attend Webster Area High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Webster Area High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Area High School - 01?
Webster Area High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Webster Area High School - 01 offer ?
Webster Area High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster Area High School - 01 part of?
Webster Area High School - 01 is part of Webster Area School District 18-5.
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