Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Woonsocket 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 21-39% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woonsocket High School - 01's student population of 85 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dare to Believe and Achieve
School Rankings
Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket High School - 01 is 0.24, 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
#399 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
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 Woonsocket High School - 01's ranking?
Woonsocket High School - 01 is ranked #399 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?
21-39% 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 Woonsocket High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Woonsocket High School - 01 is 80%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Woonsocket High School - 01?
85 students attend Woonsocket High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Woonsocket High School - 01 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woonsocket High School - 01?
Woonsocket High School - 01 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woonsocket High School - 01 offer ?
Woonsocket High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woonsocket High School - 01 part of?
Woonsocket High School - 01 is part of Woonsocket School District 55-4.
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