Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, Howard High School - 01 ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Howard High School - 01's student population of 96 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Provide each student with the educational foundation on which to build a successful life in a global society.
School Rankings
Howard High School - 01 ranks within the top 1% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard High School - 01 is 0.08, 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
#6 out of 619 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard High School - 01's ranking?
Howard High School - 01 is ranked #6 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howard High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Howard High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Howard High School - 01?
96 students attend Howard High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Howard High School - 01 students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard High School - 01?
Howard High School - 01 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Howard High School - 01 offer ?
Howard High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard High School - 01 part of?
Howard High School - 01 is part of Howard School District 48-3.
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