Serving 101 students in grades 9-12, Chester Area Cyber School - 92 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (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 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester Area Cyber School - 92's student population of 101 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Students by Grade

State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester Area Cyber School - 92 is 0.00, 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
#213 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups


Graduation Rate
≤20%
82%

Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
31%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
8%
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 Chester Area Cyber School - 92's ranking?
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 is ranked #213 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Chester Area Cyber School - 92?
The graduation rate of Chester Area Cyber School - 92 is 20%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Chester Area Cyber School - 92?
101 students attend Chester Area Cyber School - 92.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Chester Area Cyber School - 92 students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester Area Cyber School - 92?
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chester Area Cyber School - 92 offer ?
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester Area Cyber School - 92 part of?
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 is part of Chester Area School District 39-1.
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