Serving 214 students in grades 9-12, Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 32% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01's student population of 214 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 ranks within the top 20% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 636 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01's ranking?
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 is ranked #89 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01?
214 students attend Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01?
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 offer ?
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 part of?
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 is part of Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7.
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