The Sanborn Central School District is a public school district in Sanborn County, based in Forestburg, South Dakota. This district was previously known as Artesian-Letcher School District
Serving 33 students in grades 9-12, Sanborn Central High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanborn Central High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sanborn Central High School - 01's student population of 33 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sanborn Central 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 Sanborn Central High School - 01 is 0.12, 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
#182 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
White
94%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Sanborn Central High School - 01's ranking?
Sanborn Central High School - 01 is ranked #182 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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sanborn Central High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Sanborn Central High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Sanborn Central High School - 01?
33 students attend Sanborn Central High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sanborn Central High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanborn Central High School - 01?
Sanborn Central High School - 01 has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sanborn Central High School - 01 offer ?
Sanborn Central High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sanborn Central High School - 01 part of?
Sanborn Central High School - 01 is part of Sanborn Central School District 55-5.
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