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#314 of 574 schools in SD

Highmore High School - 01

High School · Highmore-Harrold 34-2

415 Iowa Ave S, Highmore, SD 57345

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#314 of 574

In Highmore

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Highmore-Harrold 34-2

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Highmore High School - 01

Highmore High School - 01 is a public high school in Highmore, SD, part of Highmore-Harrold 34-2. Highmore High School - 01 serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Highmore High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Highmore High School - 01 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below SD schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 63 students, Highmore 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 Highmore 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 9:1 students to teachers, Highmore 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 Progress7.9Very Good25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%

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

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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-23.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile12th

College Readiness5.1Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+

AP Participation17.5%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,405

Highmore High School - 01 — Students at Highmore High School - 01 score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 63.5% (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

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2010

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2011

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2012

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2014

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2015

Math

30%

ELA

49.5%

2016

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2017

Math

30%

ELA

30%

2018

Math

30%

ELA

90%

2019

Math

30%

ELA

90%

2020*

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2021*

Math

49.5%

ELA

69.5%

2022

Math

30%

ELA

30%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Highmore High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score

6.1/10

46th percentile in SD

Academic

3.0/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

7.9/10

Very Good

Environment

9.0/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.1

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

11%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered

17.5% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·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

415 Iowa Ave S, Highmore, SD 57345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highmore High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUNSHINE BIBLE ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 26.0 miles away, in nearby Miller), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highmore Elementary - 02 (rated 8.2/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Miller Elementary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Miller), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Highmore, see our Highmore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 26.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Highmore Elementary - 02 Highmore	0.0 mi	138	8.2
Highmore Jr. High - 03 Highmore	0.0 mi	43	6.4
Crow Creek Reservation High School Stephan	18.6 mi	234	—
Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Elementary School Stephan	18.6 mi	142	3.9
Millerdale Colony Elementary - 11 Miller	18.2 mi	33	2.2
Miller Elementary - 02 Miller	22.8 mi	234	8.2
Miller High School - 01 Miller	22.8 mi	149	6.3
Miller Jr. High - 04 Miller	22.8 mi	56	6.5
Lower Brule Day School Lower Brule	31.3 mi	356	—
SUNSHINE BIBLE ACADEMY Miller	26.0 mi	62	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,750

Median Home Value

$122,000

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

1,089

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

84.9%

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

46.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highmore High School - 01

What grades does Highmore High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Highmore High School - 01?

Highmore High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Highmore High School - 01 is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highmore High School - 01 rank in SD?

Highmore High School - 01 ranks #314 of 574 schools in SD.

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

Highmore High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Highmore High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highmore High School - 01 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Highmore High School - 01 a charter school?

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

Is Highmore High School - 01 a Title I school?

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

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

11.1% of students at Highmore 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.