Below Average
#447 of 574 schools in SD
Mclaughlin High School - 01
High School · McLaughlin School District 15-2
PO Box 880, Mclaughlin, SD 57642
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#447 of 574
In Mclaughlin
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
McLaughlin School District 15-2
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mclaughlin High School - 01
High School in Mclaughlin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mclaughlin Middle School - 03
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About Mclaughlin High School - 01
Mclaughlin High School - 01 is a public high school in Mclaughlin, SD, part of McLaughlin School District 15-2. Mclaughlin High School - 01 serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mclaughlin High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Mclaughlin High School - 01 show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- SD avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Mclaughlin 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 Mclaughlin 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Mclaughlin 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
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Mclaughlin High School - 01 — Students at Mclaughlin High School - 01 score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 8.7/10.
How Mclaughlin High School - 01 Compares
See how Mclaughlin 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 880, Mclaughlin, SD 57642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mclaughlin High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Timber Lake High School - 01 (rated 9.3/10, 29.3 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mobridge High School - 01 (rated 7.8/10, 25.9 miles away, in nearby Mobridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wakpala High School - 01 (rated 6.8/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Wakpala), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mclaughlin, see our Mclaughlin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McLaughlin Middle School - 03 Mclaughlin | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| McLaughlin Elementary - 02 Mclaughlin | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LITTLE EAGLE GRANT SCHOOL Little Eagle | 9.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Little Eagle School Little Eagle | 9.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SELFRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selfridge | 16.8 mi | — |
| SELFRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Selfridge | 16.8 mi | — |
| Rock Creek Grant School Bullhead | 13.5 mi | 5.3 |
| FORT YATES MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Yates | 20.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Standing Rock Community School Fort Yates | 20.7 mi | — |
| FORT YATES PK SCHOOL Fort Yates | 20.7 mi | — |
| ST BERNARD MISSION SCHOOL Fort Yates | 21.6 mi | — |
| Wakpala Elementary - 02 Wakpala | 18.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Wakpala High School - 01 Wakpala | 18.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Wakpala Middle School - 04 Wakpala | 18.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Mobridge High School - 01 Mobridge | 25.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge | 25.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge | 25.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Timber Lake Elementary - 02 Timber Lake | 29.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake High School - 01 Timber Lake | 29.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake Middle School - 03 Timber Lake | 29.3 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,528
Median Home Value
$78,500
Median Rent
$496/mo
Population
1,949
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
51.4%
Poverty Rate
43.2%
Median Age
27.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennett County High School - 01 Martin, SD | 4.6 |
| McCook Central High School - 01 Salem, SD | 5.0 |
| Plankinton High School - 01 Plankinton, SD | 5.0 |
| Chester Area Cyber School - 92 Chester, SD | 4.3 |
| Garretson High School - 01 Garretson, SD | 4.2 |
| Oglala Lakota County Virtual High School - 92 Batesland, SD | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mclaughlin High School - 01
What grades does Mclaughlin High School - 01 serve?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mclaughlin High School - 01?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mclaughlin High School - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Mclaughlin High School - 01 is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mclaughlin High School - 01 rank in SD?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 ranks #447 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Mclaughlin High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mclaughlin High School - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mclaughlin High School - 01 has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mclaughlin High School - 01 a charter school?
No, Mclaughlin High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mclaughlin High School - 01 a Title I school?
No, Mclaughlin High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mclaughlin High School - 01?
100.0% of students at Mclaughlin 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Corson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.0%
- Phone
- (605) 823-4484
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
McLaughlin School District 15-2- District Enrollment
- 427
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,882
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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