Serving 73 students in grades 9-12, Gettysburg High School - 01 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gettysburg High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gettysburg High School - 01's student population of 73 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gettysburg High School - 01 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gettysburg High School - 01 is 0.13, 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
#121 out of 619 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gettysburg High School - 01's ranking?
Gettysburg High School - 01 is ranked #121 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% 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 Gettysburg High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Gettysburg High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Gettysburg High School - 01?
73 students attend Gettysburg High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gettysburg High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gettysburg High School - 01?
Gettysburg High School - 01 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gettysburg High School - 01 offer ?
Gettysburg High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gettysburg High School - 01 part of?
Gettysburg High School - 01 is part of Gettysburg School District 53-1.
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