Very Good
#141 of 574 schools in SD
Top 24% in state
Mitchell High School - 01
High School · Mitchell School District 17-2
920 N Capital St, Mitchell, SD 57301
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#141 of 574
In Mitchell
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Mitchell School District 17-2
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mitchell High School - 01
High School in Mitchell · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mitchell High School - 01
Mitchell High School - 01 is a public high school in Mitchell, SD, part of Mitchell School District 17-2. Mitchell High School - 01 serves approximately 909 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Mitchell High School - 01 show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- SD avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Mitchell High School - 01 — Students at Mitchell High School - 01 score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.9%
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: 8.7/10.
How Mitchell High School - 01 Compares
See how Mitchell 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
920 N Capital St, Mitchell, SD 57301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mitchell High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ethan High School - 01 (rated 9.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Ethan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanson High School - 01 (rated 7.9/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mount Vernon High School- 01 (rated 7.9/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mitchell, see our Mitchell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,671
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
19,142
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
12.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
40.1
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| Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish, SD | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mitchell High School - 01
What grades does Mitchell High School - 01 serve?
Mitchell High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mitchell High School - 01?
Mitchell High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 909 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell High School - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell High School - 01 is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mitchell High School - 01 rank in SD?
Mitchell High School - 01 ranks #141 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Mitchell High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Mitchell High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Mitchell High School - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mitchell High School - 01 has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mitchell High School - 01 a charter school?
No, Mitchell High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mitchell High School - 01 a Title I school?
No, Mitchell High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mitchell High School - 01?
24.9% of students at Mitchell 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
- 909
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Davison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (605) 995-3034
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Mitchell School District 17-2- District Enrollment
- 2,711
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,744
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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