Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, Brookings 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 45% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 30% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookings High School - 01's student population of 1,028 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,028 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookings 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 Brookings High School - 01 is 0.37, 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
#320 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
14%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
3%
3%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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 Brookings High School - 01's ranking?
Brookings High School - 01 is ranked #320 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Brookings High School - 01 often compared to?
Brookings High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brookings High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Brookings High School - 01 is 86%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Brookings High School - 01?
1,028 students attend Brookings High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brookings High School - 01 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookings High School - 01?
Brookings High School - 01 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brookings High School - 01 offer ?
Brookings High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookings High School - 01 part of?
Brookings High School - 01 is part of Brookings School District 05-1.
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