Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Vermillion 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vermillion High School - 01's student population of 413 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Vermillion 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 Vermillion High School - 01 is 0.42, 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
#344 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
75%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tanagers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vermillion High School - 01's ranking?
Vermillion High School - 01 is ranked #344 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vermillion High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Vermillion High School - 01 is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Vermillion High School - 01?
413 students attend Vermillion High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Vermillion High School - 01 students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vermillion High School - 01?
Vermillion High School - 01 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vermillion High School - 01 offer ?
Vermillion High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vermillion High School - 01 part of?
Vermillion High School - 01 is part of Vermillion School District 13-1.
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