Serving 84 students in grades 9-12, Faulkton High School - 01 ranks in the top 5% 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 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faulkton High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Faulkton High School - 01's student population of 84 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Faulkton High School - 01 ranks within the top 5% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Faulkton High School - 01 is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 616 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
2%
3%
White
97%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Faulkton High School - 01's ranking?
Faulkton High School - 01 is ranked #7 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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 43% SD state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Faulkton High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Faulkton High School - 01 is 80%, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Faulkton High School - 01?
84 students attend Faulkton High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Faulkton High School - 01 students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Faulkton High School - 01?
Faulkton 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 Faulkton High School - 01 offer ?
Faulkton High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Faulkton High School - 01 part of?
Faulkton High School - 01 is part of Faulkton Area Schools 24-4 School District.
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