Serving 64 students in grades 9-12, Wilmot 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 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilmot High School - 01's student population of 64 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Wolves
School Rankings
Wilmot 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 Wilmot High School - 01 is 0.46, 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
23%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilmot High School - 01's ranking?
Wilmot High School - 01 is ranked #258 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 Wilmot High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Wilmot High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Wilmot High School - 01?
64 students attend Wilmot High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wilmot High School - 01 students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilmot High School - 01?
Wilmot High School - 01 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilmot High School - 01 offer ?
Wilmot High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilmot High School - 01 part of?
Wilmot High School - 01 is part of Wilmot School District 54-7.
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