Cheyenne-eagle Butte School serves 862 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 55-59%
- Math Proficiency: 3%
- Reading Proficiency: 14%
- Science Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheyenne-eagle Butte School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cheyenne-eagle Butte School's student population of 862 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cheyenne-eagle Butte School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cheyenne-eagle Butte School?
The graduation rate of Cheyenne-eagle Butte School is 55-59%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Cheyenne-eagle Butte School?
862 students attend Cheyenne-eagle Butte School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cheyenne-eagle Butte School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cheyenne-eagle Butte School?
Cheyenne-eagle Butte School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cheyenne-eagle Butte School offer ?
Cheyenne-eagle Butte School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Cheyenne-eagle Butte School part of?
Cheyenne-eagle Butte School is part of Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School District.
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