Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Willow Lake 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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- 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: Willow Lake High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Willow Lake, SD, encompassing approximately 302 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 17.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Lake High School - 01's student population of 69 students has stayed relatively flat 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
69 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 Calendar
School Motto
To create lifelong learners and educators who can adapt to an ever-changing global society.
School Rankings
Willow Lake 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 Willow Lake High School - 01 is 0.08, 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
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
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
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Lake High School - 01's ranking?
Willow Lake 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 Willow Lake High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Willow Lake High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Willow Lake High School - 01?
69 students attend Willow Lake High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Willow Lake High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Lake High School - 01?
Willow Lake 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 Willow Lake High School - 01 offer ?
Willow Lake High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Lake High School - 01 part of?
Willow Lake High School - 01 is part of Willow Lake School District 12-3.
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