Serving 99 students in grades 9-12, Canistota High School - 01 ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canistota High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Canistota High School - 01's student population of 99 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canistota High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canistota High School - 01 is 0.17, 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
#293 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
91%
66%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canistota High School - 01's ranking?
Canistota High School - 01 is ranked #293 out of 619 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canistota High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Canistota High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Canistota High School - 01?
99 students attend Canistota High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Canistota High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canistota High School - 01?
Canistota High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canistota High School - 01 offer ?
Canistota High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canistota High School - 01 part of?
Canistota High School - 01 is part of Canistota School District 43-1.
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