Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, West Central 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 35-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Central High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Central High School - 01's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
'To prepare all students for learning and living in a changing world'
School Rankings
West Central 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 West Central 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
#328 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
91%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
22.5%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Central High School - 01's ranking?
West Central High School - 01 is ranked #328 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Central High School - 01?
The graduation rate of West Central High School - 01 is 95%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend West Central High School - 01?
408 students attend West Central High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Central High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central High School - 01?
West Central 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 West Central High School - 01 offer ?
West Central High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Central High School - 01 part of?
West Central High School - 01 is part of West Central School District 49-7.
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