Excellent

#87 of 574 schools in SD

Top 15% in state

Sully Buttes High School - 07

High School · Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3

PO Box 205, Onida, SD 57564

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#87 of 574

In Onida

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Sully Buttes High School - 07

Sully Buttes High School - 07 is a public high school in Onida, SD, part of Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3. Sully Buttes High School - 07 serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sully Buttes High School - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Sully Buttes High School - 07 show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above SD schools

8.0

This school 8.0 · Excellent
SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Sully Buttes High School - 07 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.

Sully Buttes High School - 07 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.3Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-0.7 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics4.5Below Average25%

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

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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-10.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile26th

College Readiness8.5Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,411

Sully Buttes High School - 07 — Students at Sully Buttes High School - 07 score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

2010

Math

90%

ELA

69.5%

2011

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2012

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2014

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2015

Math

69.5%

ELA

90%

2016

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2017

Math

30%

ELA

90%

2018

Math

49.5%

ELA

90%

2019

Math

49.5%

ELA

90%

2020*

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2021*

Math

75%

ELA

75%

2022

Math

30%

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: 9.3/10.

How Sully Buttes High School - 07 Compares

See how Sully Buttes High School - 07 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.0/10

85th percentile in SD

Academic

4.5/10

Below Average

Growth

9.3/10

Excellent

Environment

9.9/10

Excellent

Sports

2 boys' · 2 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

21%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Athletics4sports offered

2 boys'·2 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

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 205, Onida, SD 57564

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sully Buttes High School - 07 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gettysburg High School - 01 (rated 7.7/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Gettysburg), with a very similar rating. Another option is T F Riggs High School - 01 (rated 6.1/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Pierre), a more accessible option. Additionally, Stanley County High School - 01 (rated 5.6/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierre), a more accessible option. For more schools in Onida, see our Onida schools guide .

Nearby Schools

15 within 28.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Onida Elementary - 04 Onida	0.0 mi	85	7.3
Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida	0.0 mi	58	6.1
Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt	13.6 mi	14	—
Gettysburg Elementary - 02 Gettysburg	21.7 mi	97	8.5
Gettysburg High School - 01 Gettysburg	21.7 mi	73	7.7
Gettysburg Middle School - 03 Gettysburg	21.7 mi	50	8.0
Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre	25.1 mi	394	8.0
Buchanan Elementary - 03 Pierre	26.6 mi	422	6.9
Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre	27.0 mi	127	8.2
T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre	26.8 mi	808	6.1
Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre	26.6 mi	383	5.5
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre	27.2 mi	681	5.4
Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre	28.5 mi	134	5.6
Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre	28.5 mi	97	5.5
Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre	28.5 mi	177	8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,708

Median Home Value

$199,100

Median Rent

$958/mo

Population

893

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

83.6%

Poverty Rate

Median Age

52.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sully Buttes High School - 07

What grades does Sully Buttes High School - 07 serve?

Sully Buttes High School - 07 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Sully Buttes High School - 07?

Sully Buttes High School - 07 has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sully Buttes High School - 07?

The student-teacher ratio at Sully Buttes High School - 07 is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sully Buttes High School - 07 rank in SD?

Sully Buttes High School - 07 ranks #87 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Sully Buttes High School - 07's MySchoolScout rating?

Sully Buttes High School - 07 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Sully Buttes High School - 07?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sully Buttes High School - 07 has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sully Buttes High School - 07 a charter school?

No, Sully Buttes High School - 07 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sully Buttes High School - 07 a Title I school?

No, Sully Buttes High School - 07 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sully Buttes High School - 07?

20.8% of students at Sully Buttes High School - 07 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.