Serving 431 students in grades 9-12, Dakota Valley 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Valley High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dakota Valley High School - 01's student population of 431 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dakota Valley High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota Valley High School - 01 is 0.35, 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
#138 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
80%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Valley High School - 01's ranking?
Dakota Valley High School - 01 is ranked #138 out of 619 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dakota Valley High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Dakota Valley High School - 01 is 95%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Dakota Valley High School - 01?
431 students attend Dakota Valley High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Dakota Valley High School - 01 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Valley High School - 01?
Dakota Valley High School - 01 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dakota Valley High School - 01 offer ?
Dakota Valley High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dakota Valley High School - 01 part of?
Dakota Valley High School - 01 is part of Dakota Valley School District 61-8.
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