Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Howard High School - 01 ranks in the top 1% 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 80-89% (which is higher 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 3% 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: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Howard High School - 01's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Provide each student with the educational foundation on which to build a successful life in a global society.
School Rankings
Howard High School - 01 ranks within the top 1% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard High School - 01 is 0.06, 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
#6 out of 619 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Howard High School - 01's ranking?
Howard High School - 01 is ranked #6 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howard High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Howard High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Howard High School - 01?
98 students attend Howard High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Howard High School - 01 students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard High School - 01?
Howard 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 Howard High School - 01 offer ?
Howard High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard High School - 01 part of?
Howard High School - 01 is part of Howard School District 48-3.
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