Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Andes Central 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 was <50% (which was higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Top Rankings
Andes Central High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#258 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
8:1
12:1
American Indian
49%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
29%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
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 (13-14)
12%
7%
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 Andes Central High School - 01's ranking?
Andes Central High School - 01 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 Andes Central High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Andes Central High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Andes Central High School - 01?
62 students attend Andes Central High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Andes Central High School - 01 students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andes Central High School - 01?
Andes Central High School - 01 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andes Central High School - 01 offer ?
Andes Central High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andes Central High School - 01 part of?
Andes Central High School - 01 is part of Andes Central School District 11-1.
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