Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Hot Springs 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (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
School Overview
Hot Springs High School - 01's student population of 228 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs High School - 01 is 0.44, 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
#356 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs High School - 01's ranking?
Hot Springs High School - 01 is ranked #356 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Hot Springs High School - 01 often compared to?
Hot Springs High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Custer High School - 01, Edgemont High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hot Springs High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Hot Springs High School - 01 is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hot Springs High School - 01?
228 students attend Hot Springs High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hot Springs High School - 01 students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hot Springs High School - 01?
Hot Springs High School - 01 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hot Springs High School - 01 offer ?
Hot Springs High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hot Springs High School - 01 part of?
Hot Springs High School - 01 is part of Hot Springs School District 23-2.
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