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High Plains - 06

500 5th St
Chester, SD 57016
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, High Plains - 06 ranks in the top 50% 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%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Online School/Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

School Overview

High Plains - 06's student population of 61 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No

School Rankings

High Plains - 06 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Plains - 06 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.
This School
State Level (SD)
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
<50%
42%
<50%
51%
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is High Plains - 06's ranking?
High Plains - 06 is ranked #258 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 High Plains - 06?
The graduation rate of High Plains - 06 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend High Plains - 06?
61 students attend High Plains - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of High Plains - 06 students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does High Plains - 06 offer ?
High Plains - 06 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is High Plains - 06 part of?
High Plains - 06 is part of Chester Area School District 39-1.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Online School/Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

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