Sturgis Brown High School is located in Sturgis, South Dakota and is part of the Meade School District. Located east of Sturgis at 12930 E. Hwy 34, the school draws students from all over the city.
Serving 839 students in grades 9-12, Sturgis Brown 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 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sturgis Brown High School - 01's student population of 839 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Sturgis Brown 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 Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is 0.22, 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
#238 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scooper Sam
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sturgis Brown High School - 01's ranking?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is ranked #238 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Sturgis Brown High School - 01 often compared to?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Stevens High School - 42 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sturgis Brown High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Sturgis Brown High School - 01?
839 students attend Sturgis Brown High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sturgis Brown High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sturgis Brown High School - 01?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sturgis Brown High School - 01 offer ?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sturgis Brown High School - 01 part of?
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 is part of Meade School District 46-1.
School Reviews
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