Serving 243 students in grades 9-12, Chamberlain High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamberlain High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chamberlain High School - 01's student population of 243 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Chamberlain High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamberlain High School - 01 is 0.57, which is more 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
#383 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
35%
14%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
56%
66%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlain High School - 01's ranking?
Chamberlain High School - 01 is ranked #383 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Chamberlain High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Chamberlain High School - 01 is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Chamberlain High School - 01?
243 students attend Chamberlain High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Chamberlain High School - 01 students are White, 35% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamberlain High School - 01?
Chamberlain High School - 01 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chamberlain High School - 01 offer ?
Chamberlain High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chamberlain High School - 01 part of?
Chamberlain High School - 01 is part of Chamberlain School District 07-1.
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