Serving 212 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01's student population of 212 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 ranks within the top 20% of all 619 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 0.15, 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
#85 out of 619 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
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
92%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
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 #85 out of 619 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 80-89%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01?
212 students attend Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01?
Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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