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#237 of 574 schools in SD

Top 41% in state

Bowdle High School - 01

High School · Bowdle School District 22-1

PO Box 563, Bowdle, SD 57428

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#237 of 574

In Bowdle

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Bowdle School District 22-1

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Bowdle High School - 01

Bowdle High School - 01 is a public high school in Bowdle, SD, part of Bowdle School District 22-1. Bowdle High School - 01 serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bowdle High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Bowdle High School - 01 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with SD schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Bowdle High School - 01 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Bowdle High School - 01 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Bowdle High School - 01 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress8.2Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics2.6Needs Improvement25%

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

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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-25.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile8th

College Readiness6.8Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$19,422

Bowdle High School - 01 — Students at Bowdle High School - 01 score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 63.4% (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

75%

ELA

75%

2010

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2011

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2012

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2014

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2015

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2016

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2017

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2018

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2019

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

75%

2022

Math

25%

ELA

25%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Bowdle High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score

6.7/10

59th percentile in SD

Academic

2.6/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

8.2/10

Excellent

Environment

9.9/10

Excellent

Sports

6 boys' · 6 girls'

Advanced STEM

2/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

18%

Teaching Staff

8:1 student-teacher ratio

5 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Athletics12sports offered

6 boys'·6 girls'·22 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses2 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

PO Box 563, Bowdle, SD 57428

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bowdle High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Selby High School - 01 (rated 8.4/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Selby), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edmunds Central High School - 01 (rated 8.2/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Roscoe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eureka High School - 01 (rated 7.7/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Eureka), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bowdle, see our Bowdle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Bowdle Elementary - 02 Bowdle	0.0 mi	38	8.6
Bowdle Jr. High - 03 Bowdle	0.0 mi	21	—
Bowdle Preschool - 04 Bowdle	0.0 mi	12	—
Hoven Elementary - 02 Hoven	15.8 mi	77	8.7
Hoven High School - 01 Hoven	15.8 mi	20	—
Hoven Jr. High - 03 Hoven	15.8 mi	15	—
Boulder Colony School - 06 Roscoe	14.5 mi	11	—
Edmunds Central High School - 01 Roscoe	15.2 mi	39	8.2
Edmunds Central Middle School - 02 Roscoe	15.2 mi	32	5.9
Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe	15.2 mi	64	5.3
Eureka Elementary - 02 Eureka	22.0 mi	105	8.6
Eureka High School - 01 Eureka	22.0 mi	39	7.7
Eureka Jr. High - 03 Eureka	22.0 mi	27	—
Selby High School - 01 Selby	18.9 mi	52	8.4
Selby Elementary - 02 Selby	18.9 mi	85	7.0
Selby Middle School - 03 Selby	18.9 mi	46	5.4
Brentwood Colony Elementary - 05 Faulkton	26.8 mi	19	—
Brentwood Colony Virtual High School - 92 Faulkton	26.8 mi	5	—
Thunderbird Colony Elementary - 10 Faulkton	25.9 mi	32	8.5
Blumengard Colony Elementary - 06 Faulkton	27.4 mi	34	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,750

Median Home Value

$114,300

Median Rent

$693/mo

Population

569

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

62.8%

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bowdle High School - 01

What grades does Bowdle High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Bowdle High School - 01?

Bowdle High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bowdle High School - 01 is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bowdle High School - 01 rank in SD?

Bowdle High School - 01 ranks #237 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Bowdle High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Bowdle 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 Bowdle High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bowdle High School - 01 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bowdle High School - 01 a charter school?

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

Is Bowdle High School - 01 a Title I school?

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

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

18.4% of students at Bowdle 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.