Serving 54 students in grades 9-12, Selby High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selby High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Selby High School - 01's student population of 54 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selby High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selby High School - 01 is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 616 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selby High School - 01's ranking?
Selby High School - 01 is ranked #135 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Selby High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Selby High School - 01 is 80%, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Selby High School - 01?
54 students attend Selby High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Selby High School - 01 students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selby High School - 01?
Selby High School - 01 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Selby High School - 01 offer ?
Selby High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Selby High School - 01 part of?
Selby High School - 01 is part of Selby Area School District 62-5.
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