Below Average

#454 of 574 schools in SD

Brookings High School - 01

High School · Brookings School District 05-1

530 Elm Ave, Brookings, SD 57006

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

1,028

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,028

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#454 of 574

In Brookings

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Brookings School District 05-1

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About Brookings High School - 01

Brookings High School - 01 is a public high school in Brookings, SD, part of Brookings School District 05-1. Brookings High School - 01 serves approximately 1,028 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookings High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Brookings High School - 01 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below SD schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Brookings 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress5.8Average25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.79 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.8Average25%

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

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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-4.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile41th

College Readiness4.3Below Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate86%

AP Participation10.8%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,811

Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Brookings High School - 01 — Students at Brookings High School - 01 score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 68.7% (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

82%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

77%

2014

Math

51%

ELA

72%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

55%

ELA

72%

2017

Math

53%

ELA

70%

2018

Math

50%

ELA

63%

2019

Math

50%

ELA

63%

2020*

Math

48%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

48%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

40%

ELA

54%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Brookings High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score

4.7/10

21th percentile in SD

Academic

5.8/10

Average

Growth

5.8/10

Average

Environment

2.6/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.1

Sports

13 boys' · 14 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

16%

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

59 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

39.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

10.8% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics27sports offered

13 boys'·14 girls'·50 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 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

530 Elm Ave, Brookings, SD 57006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookings High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sioux Valley High School - 01 (rated 8.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Volga), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deubrook High School - 01 (rated 8.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby White), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Estelline High School - 01 (rated 5.7/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Estelline), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brookings, see our Brookings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Medary Elementary - 05 Brookings	0.4 mi	336	5.3
Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings	0.7 mi	316	6.3
George S. Mickelson Middle School - 02 Brookings	0.6 mi	773	4.6
Camelot Intermediate - 06 Brookings	0.7 mi	503	4.7
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookings	0.8 mi	15	—
Dakota Prairie Elementary - 07 Brookings	1.9 mi	490	6.6
Sioux Valley High School - 01 Volga	6.9 mi	206	8.3
Sioux Valley Middle School - 04 Volga	6.9 mi	159	5.3
Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 Volga	6.9 mi	350	6.1
VOLGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Volga	7.1 mi	63	5.6
Deubrook High School - 01 White	11.4 mi	107	8.2
Deubrook Jr. High - 02 White	11.4 mi	42	6.2
Rolland Colony Elementary - 05 White	10.0 mi	11	—
Red Willow Colony School - 09 White	16.1 mi	27	—
Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White	14.0 mi	28	—
Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 Elkton	12.7 mi	27	—
Estelline High School - 01 Estelline	19.9 mi	86	5.7
Estelline Middle School - 03 Estelline	19.9 mi	53	5.8
Estelline Elementary - 02 Estelline	19.9 mi	136	4.7
Flandreau Middle School - 03 Flandreau	19.3 mi	188	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,818

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

23,838

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

52.6%

Avg Commute

12.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookings High School - 01

What grades does Brookings High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Brookings High School - 01?

Brookings High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 1,028 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brookings High School - 01 is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookings High School - 01 rank in SD?

Brookings High School - 01 ranks #454 of 574 schools in SD.

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

Brookings High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Brookings High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookings High School - 01 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brookings High School - 01 a charter school?

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

Is Brookings High School - 01 a Title I school?

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

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

16.2% of students at Brookings 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.