Serving 64 students in grades 9-12, Wakpala High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakpala High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Wakpala High School - 01's student population of 64 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Wakpala High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakpala High School - 01 is 0.15, 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
#476 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
92%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
25%
9%
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 Wakpala High School - 01's ranking?
Wakpala High School - 01 is ranked #476 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Wakpala High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Wakpala High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Wakpala High School - 01?
64 students attend Wakpala High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wakpala High School - 01 students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakpala High School - 01?
Wakpala 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 Wakpala High School - 01 offer ?
Wakpala High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wakpala High School - 01 part of?
Wakpala High School - 01 is part of Smee School District 15-3.
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