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#367 of 574 schools in SD

Oelrichs High School - 01

High School · Oelrichs School District 23-3

PO Box 65, Oelrichs, SD 57763

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#367 of 574

In Oelrichs

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Oelrichs School District 23-3

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Oelrichs High School - 01

Oelrichs High School - 01 is a public high school in Oelrichs, SD, part of Oelrichs School District 23-3. Oelrichs High School - 01 serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Oelrichs High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Oelrichs High School - 01 show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below SD schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Oelrichs 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 Oelrichs 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Oelrichs 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 Progress8.9Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics2.5Needs Improvement25%

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

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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-13.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile8th

College Readiness6.8Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$24,250

Chronic Absenteeism94.7%

Oelrichs High School - 01 — Students at Oelrichs High School - 01 score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 31.7% (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

24.5%

ELA

75%

2010

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2011

Math

10%

ELA

30%

2012

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2014

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2015

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2016

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2017

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2019

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2022

Math

10%

ELA

10%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Oelrichs High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score

5.6/10

36th percentile in SD

Academic

2.5/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

8.9/10

Excellent

Environment

3.7/10

Needs Improvement

Sports

1 boys' · 2 girls'

Advanced STEM

2/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

8:1 student-teacher ratio

5 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

94.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics3sports offered

1 boys'·2 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses2 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

PO Box 65, Oelrichs, SD 57763

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oelrichs High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHADRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 27.6 miles away, in nearby Chadron), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRAWFORD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 35.6 miles away, in nearby Crawford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PINE RIDGE JOB CORPS (rated 6.4/10, 36.7 miles away, in nearby Chadron), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oelrichs, see our Oelrichs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

16 within 37.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Oelrichs Elementary - 02 Oelrichs	0.0 mi	44	5.2
Oelrichs Jr. High - 03 Oelrichs	0.0 mi	30	4.8
BETHESDA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hot Springs	21.1 mi	13	—
Hot Springs High School - 01 Hot Springs	21.3 mi	228	5.1
Hot Springs Middle School - 06 Hot Springs	21.3 mi	179	6.0
Hot Springs Elementary - 02 Hot Springs	21.5 mi	332	5.2
PRAIRIE VIEW ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chadron	26.4 mi	4	—
CHADRON INTERMEDIATE Chadron	26.2 mi	121	6.5
CHADRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Chadron	27.4 mi	291	7.5
CHADRON PRIMARY Chadron	27.4 mi	306	4.5
CHADRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Chadron	27.6 mi	253	7.4
Isna Wica Owayawa Oglala	23.3 mi	272	6.3
CRAWFORD HIGH SCHOOL Crawford	35.6 mi	75	6.5
CRAWFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crawford	35.6 mi	94	7.9
PINE RIDGE JOB CORPS Chadron	36.7 mi	36	6.4
Red Shirt School - 04 Batesland	37.6 mi	49	3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,607

Median Home Value

$114,700

Median Rent

$939/mo

Population

336

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

88.5%

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

50.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oelrichs High School - 01

What grades does Oelrichs High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Oelrichs High School - 01?

Oelrichs High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oelrichs High School - 01 is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oelrichs High School - 01 rank in SD?

Oelrichs High School - 01 ranks #367 of 574 schools in SD.

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

Oelrichs High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Oelrichs High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oelrichs High School - 01 has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oelrichs High School - 01 a charter school?

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

Is Oelrichs High School - 01 a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Oelrichs 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.