Very Good
#119 of 574 schools in SD
Top 21% in state
Britton-hecla High School - 01
High School · Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#119 of 574
In Britton
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Britton-hecla High School - 01
High School in Britton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Britton-hecla High School - 01
Britton-hecla High School - 01 is a public high school in Britton, SD, part of Britton-Hecla School District 45-4. Britton-hecla High School - 01 serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Britton-hecla High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Britton-hecla High School - 01 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- SD avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, Britton-hecla 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.
Britton-hecla High School - 01 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Britton-hecla High School - 01 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Britton-hecla High School - 01 — Students at Britton-hecla High School - 01 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Britton-hecla High School - 01 Compares
See how Britton-hecla High School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 190, Britton, SD 57430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Britton-hecla High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Groton Area High School - 01 (rated 8.9/10, 29.1 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Langford Area High School - 01 (rated 8.8/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Langford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 30.1 miles away, in nearby Gwinner), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Britton, see our Britton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Britton-Hecla Middle School - 03 Britton | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 Britton | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Westwood Rural Elementary - 05 Britton | 6.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Sunset Colony Elementary - 04 Britton | 6.6 mi | — |
| Sunset Colony High School - 06 Britton | 6.6 mi | — |
| Langford Area Elementary - 02 Langford | 13.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Langford Area High School - 01 Langford | 13.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Langford Area Middle School - 03 Langford | 13.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Newport Colony Elementary - 04 Langford | 11.8 mi | 2.3 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forman | 22.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SARGENT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forman | 22.1 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gwinner | 30.1 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH SARGENT HIGH SCHOOL Gwinner | 30.1 mi | 8.7 |
| OAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakes | 28.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OAKES HIGH SCHOOL Oakes | 28.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton | 29.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Groton Area High School - 01 Groton | 29.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Groton Area Middle School - 04 Groton | 29.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster | 33.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Webster Area High School - 01 Webster | 33.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,563
Median Home Value
$118,400
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
1,916
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
76.8%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
47.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baltic High School - 01 Baltic, SD | 7.7 |
| De Smet High School - 01 De Smet, SD | 7.7 |
| Colman-Egan High School - 01 Colman, SD | 7.8 |
| Faith High School - 01 Faith, SD | 7.6 |
| Wolsey Wessington High School - 01 Wolsey, SD | 7.6 |
| Burke High School - 01 Burke, SD | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Britton-hecla High School - 01
What grades does Britton-hecla High School - 01 serve?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Britton-hecla High School - 01?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Britton-hecla High School - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Britton-hecla High School - 01 is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Britton-hecla High School - 01 rank in SD?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 ranks #119 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Britton-hecla High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Britton-hecla High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Britton-hecla High School - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Britton-hecla High School - 01 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Britton-hecla High School - 01 a charter school?
No, Britton-hecla High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Britton-hecla High School - 01 a Title I school?
No, Britton-hecla High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Britton-hecla High School - 01?
11.9% of students at Britton-hecla 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Marshall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (605) 448-2234
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Britton-Hecla School District 45-4- District Enrollment
- 480
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,160
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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