Serving 226 students in grades 9-12, Hamlin 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 30-39% (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 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (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
Hamlin High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hamlin High School - 01's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
To prepare and equip our students to become responsible citizens and succeed in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Hamlin 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 Hamlin High School - 01 is 0.19, 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
#347 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hamlin School District 28-3
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamlin High School - 01's ranking?
Hamlin High School - 01 is ranked #347 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?
30-39% 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 Hamlin High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Hamlin High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hamlin High School - 01?
226 students attend Hamlin High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hamlin High School - 01 students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamlin High School - 01?
Hamlin High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamlin High School - 01 offer ?
Hamlin High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamlin High School - 01 part of?
Hamlin High School - 01 is part of Hamlin School District 28-3.
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