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Very Good

#111 of 574 schools in SD

Top 19% in state

Colman-egan High School - 01

High School · Colman-Egan School District 50-5

200 S Loban Ave, Colman, SD 57017

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#111 of 574

In Colman

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Colman-Egan School District 50-5

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Colman-egan High School - 01

7.8/10

High School in Colman · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Colman-egan Jr. High - 02

6.3/10

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Colman Elementary - 03

5.8/10

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About Colman-egan High School - 01

Colman-egan High School - 01 is a public high school in Colman, SD, part of Colman-Egan School District 50-5. Colman-egan High School - 01 serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Colman-egan High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Colman-egan High School - 01 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above SD schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Colman-egan 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.

Colman-egan 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,568
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Colman-egan High School - 01 — Students at Colman-egan High School - 01 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2010
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2016
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Colman-egan High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
81th percentile in SD
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

200 S Loban Ave, Colman, SD 57017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Colman-egan High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chester High School - 01 (rated 8.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tri-Valley High School - 01 (rated 8.6/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Colton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Baltic High School - 01 (rated 7.7/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Baltic), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Colman, see our Colman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Colman-Egan Jr. High - 02 Colman 0.0 mi 6.3
Colman Elementary - 03 Colman 0.0 mi 5.8
Chester High School - 01 Chester 8.2 mi 8.7
Chester Elementary -02 Chester 8.2 mi 6.1
Chester Middle School - 03 Chester 8.2 mi 7.0
Chester Area Cyber School - 92 Chester 8.2 mi 4.3
High Plains - 06 Chester 8.2 mi 4.1
Dell Rapids Elementary - 02 Dell Rapids 11.2 mi 9.1
Dell Rapids High School - 01 Dell Rapids 11.5 mi 6.7
Dell Rapids Middle School - 03 Dell Rapids 11.5 mi 7.8
ST MARY GRADE SCHOOL Dell Rapids 11.8 mi 4.3
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dell Rapids 11.8 mi 4.1
Flandreau Middle School - 03 Flandreau 11.3 mi 5.0
Flandreau High School - 01 Flandreau 11.4 mi 4.9
Flandreau Elementary - 04 Flandreau 11.4 mi 3.3
Flandreau Indian Boarding School Flandreau 12.2 mi
Baltic Elementary - 02 Baltic 15.8 mi 5.9
Baltic High School - 01 Baltic 15.8 mi 7.7
Baltic Middle School - 03 Baltic 15.8 mi 6.2
Tri-Valley High School - 01 Colton 18.0 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,643

Median Home Value

$260,700

Median Rent

$733/mo

Population

1,630

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

79.2%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colman-egan High School - 01

What grades does Colman-egan High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Colman-egan High School - 01?

Colman-egan High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Colman-egan High School - 01 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Colman-egan High School - 01 rank in SD?

Colman-egan High School - 01 ranks #111 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Colman-egan High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Colman-egan High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Colman-egan High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Colman-egan High School - 01 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Colman-egan High School - 01 a charter school?

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

Is Colman-egan High School - 01 a Title I school?

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

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

20.0% of students at Colman-egan 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Moody County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Colman-Egan School District 50-5
District Enrollment
301
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,568
District Rank
#1 of 3

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