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#236 of 574 schools in SD

Top 41% in state

Belle Fourche High School - 01

High School · Belle Fourche School District 09-1

2305 13th Ave, Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#236 of 574

In Belle Fourche

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Belle Fourche School District 09-1

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Belle Fourche High School - 01

Belle Fourche High School - 01 is a public high school in Belle Fourche, SD, part of Belle Fourche School District 09-1. Belle Fourche High School - 01 serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Fourche High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Belle Fourche High School - 01 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
District avg 5.3
SD avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.2Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics7.6Very Good25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+5.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile64th

College Readiness5.0Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+

AP Participation5.9%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,737

Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Belle Fourche High School - 01 — Students at Belle Fourche High School - 01 score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2010

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2011

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2012

Math

72%

ELA

62%

2014

Math

37%

ELA

57%

2015

Math

57%

ELA

77%

2016

Math

52%

ELA

72%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

52%

ELA

72%

2019

Math

52%

ELA

72%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

72%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

72%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

67%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Belle Fourche High School - 01 Compares

See how Belle Fourche High School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.7/10

59th percentile in SD

Academic

7.6/10

Very Good

Growth

9.2/10

Excellent

Environment

4.9/10

Below Average

Sports

4 boys' · 4 girls'

Advanced STEM

4/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

23%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

25 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

20.2%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered

4 boys'·4 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2305 13th Ave, Belle Fourche, SD 57717

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belle Fourche High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 (rated 7.8/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Lead), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spearfish High School - 01 (rated 6.1/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Spearfish), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Newell High School - 01 (rated 5.8/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Newell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Belle Fourche, see our Belle Fourche schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Belle Fourche Education Connection - 09 Belle Fourche	0.0 mi	35	3.8
South Park Elementary - 03 Belle Fourche	0.7 mi	396	5.0
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 Belle Fourche	1.1 mi	405	4.8
North Park Elementary - 08 Belle Fourche	1.2 mi	88	6.9
Creekside Elementary - 07 Spearfish	10.8 mi	519	6.9
Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish	11.3 mi	771	6.1
Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish	11.4 mi	573	5.1
West Elementary - 03 Spearfish	11.9 mi	348	6.8
Mountain View Elementary - 08 Spearfish	12.0 mi	166	6.9
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09 Spearfish	12.5 mi	7	—
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills High School - 10 Spearfish	12.5 mi	18	—
BLACK HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spearfish	13.4 mi	144	6.7
Whitewood Elementary - 04 Whitewood	17.2 mi	124	8.9
Lead-Deadwood Elementary - 03 Deadwood	20.7 mi	244	4.6
Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 Lead	22.1 mi	144	5.9
Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 Lead	22.1 mi	218	7.8
Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 Sturgis	23.8 mi	485	5.7
Sturgis Elementary - 03 Sturgis	24.2 mi	538	8.3
Newell Elementary - 02 Newell	20.7 mi	125	4.6
Newell High School - 01 Newell	20.7 mi	66	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,326

Median Home Value

$215,000

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

8,711

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belle Fourche High School - 01

What grades does Belle Fourche High School - 01 serve?

Belle Fourche High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Belle Fourche High School - 01?

Belle Fourche High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Fourche High School - 01?

The student-teacher ratio at Belle Fourche High School - 01 is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belle Fourche High School - 01 rank in SD?

Belle Fourche High School - 01 ranks #236 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Belle Fourche High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Belle Fourche High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Belle Fourche High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Fourche High School - 01 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Belle Fourche High School - 01 a charter school?

No, Belle Fourche High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belle Fourche High School - 01 a Title I school?

No, Belle Fourche High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Fourche High School - 01?

22.8% of students at Belle Fourche High School - 01 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.