Serving 95 students in grades 9-12, Freeman High School - 01 ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeman High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Freeman High School - 01's student population of 95 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Flyers
School Rankings
Freeman 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 Freeman High School - 01 is 0.25, 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
#293 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Flyers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeman High School - 01's ranking?
Freeman High School - 01 is ranked #293 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freeman High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Freeman High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Freeman High School - 01?
95 students attend Freeman High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Freeman High School - 01 students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeman High School - 01?
Freeman High School - 01 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Freeman High School - 01 offer ?
Freeman High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Freeman High School - 01 part of?
Freeman High School - 01 is part of Freeman School District 33-1.
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