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#363 of 574 schools in SD

Stanley County High School - 01

High School · Stanley County School District 57-1

PO Box 370, Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#363 of 574

In Fort Pierre

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Stanley County School District 57-1

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Stanley County High School - 01

Stanley County High School - 01 is a public high school in Fort Pierre, SD, part of Stanley County School District 57-1. Stanley County High School - 01 serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanley County High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #363 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Stanley County High School - 01 show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% 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 134 students, Stanley County 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 Stanley County 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.

37% of students at Stanley County High School - 01 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.0Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%

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

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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected-22.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile11th

College Readiness5.8Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate69.5%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,524

Chronic Absenteeism36.6%

Stanley County High School - 01 — Students at Stanley County 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

13.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 56.5% (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

44.5%

ELA

54.5%

2010

Math

54.5%

ELA

54.5%

2011

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2012

Math

30%

ELA

30%

2014

Math

10%

ELA

69.5%

2015

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

2016

Math

24.5%

ELA

54.5%

2017

Math

ELA

64.5%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

84.5%

2019

Math

24.5%

ELA

84.5%

2020*

Math

15%

ELA

44.5%

2021*

Math

15%

ELA

44.5%

2022

Math

10%

ELA

49.5%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Stanley County High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score

5.6/10

37th percentile in SD

Academic

3.0/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

9.0/10

Excellent

Environment

4.5/10

Below Average

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

13%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

9 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

36.6%

Programs & Offerings

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

PO Box 370, Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stanley County High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jones County High School - 01 (rated 8.6/10, 36.3 miles away, in nearby Murdo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sully Buttes High School - 07 (rated 8.0/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Onida), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lyman High School - 01 (rated 6.8/10, 34.3 miles away, in nearby Presho), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Pierre, see our Fort Pierre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 36.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre	0.0 mi	97	5.5
Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre	0.0 mi	177	8.5
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre	1.5 mi	681	5.4
Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre	1.9 mi	383	5.5
T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre	1.9 mi	808	6.1
Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre	2.7 mi	422	6.9
Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre	3.6 mi	394	8.0
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre	3.2 mi	127	8.2
Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt	21.9 mi	14	—
Onida Elementary - 04 Onida	28.5 mi	85	7.3
Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida	28.5 mi	72	8.0
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida	28.5 mi	58	6.1
Lyman High School - 01 Presho	34.3 mi	97	6.8
Lyman Middle School - 02 Presho	34.3 mi	83	4.6
Jones County High School - 01 Murdo	36.3 mi	54	8.6
Jones County Middle School - 04 Murdo	36.3 mi	51	8.5
Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo	36.3 mi	78	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,513

Median Home Value

$174,700

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

2,911

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

78.6%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stanley County High School - 01

What grades does Stanley County High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Stanley County High School - 01?

Stanley County High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Stanley County High School - 01 is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stanley County High School - 01 rank in SD?

Stanley County High School - 01 ranks #363 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Stanley County High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Stanley County 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 Stanley County High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanley County High School - 01 has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stanley County High School - 01 a charter school?

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

Is Stanley County High School - 01 a Title I school?

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

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

13.4% of students at Stanley County 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.