Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Mcintosh High School - 01 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- 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
Mcintosh High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcintosh High School - 01's student population of 47 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Mcintosh High School - 01 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 Mcintosh High School - 01 is 0.59, which is more 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
#202 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
47%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
43%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcintosh High School - 01's ranking?
Mcintosh High School - 01 is ranked #202 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 Mcintosh High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Mcintosh High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mcintosh High School - 01?
47 students attend Mcintosh High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mcintosh High School - 01 students are American Indian, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcintosh High School - 01?
Mcintosh High School - 01 has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mcintosh High School - 01 offer ?
Mcintosh High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcintosh High School - 01 part of?
Mcintosh High School - 01 is part of Mcintosh School District 15-1.
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