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#301 of 574 schools in SD

Tea Area High School - 03

High School · Tea Area School District 41-5

PO Box 488, Tea, SD 57064

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

670

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

670

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#301 of 574

In Tea

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Tea Area School District 41-5

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Tea Area High School - 03

Tea Area High School - 03 is a public high school in Tea, SD, part of Tea Area School District 41-5. Tea Area High School - 03 serves approximately 670 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tea Area High School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Tea Area High School - 03 show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below SD schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
SD avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress8.6Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics7.0Very Good25%

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

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+0.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile56th

College Readiness5.2Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+

AP Participation6.9%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$9,838

Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Tea Area High School - 03 — Students at Tea Area High School - 03 score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 66.2% (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

67%

ELA

72%

2010

Math

62%

ELA

62%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

77%

2012

Math

72%

ELA

72%

2014

Math

32%

ELA

52%

2015

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2020*

Math

57%

ELA

77%

2021*

Math

57%

ELA

77%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

62%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Tea Area High School - 03 Compares

See how Tea Area High School - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.1/10

48th percentile in SD

Academic

7.0/10

Very Good

Growth

8.6/10

Excellent

Environment

3.0/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.1

Sports

0 boys' · 3 girls'

Advanced STEM

4/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

17%

Teaching Staff

19:1 student-teacher ratio

35 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

13.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

6.9% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics3sports offered

0 boys'·3 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses4 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 488, Tea, SD 57064

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tea Area High School - 03 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tea Area Venture Elementary - 06 (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adventure Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tea, see our Tea schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Tea Area Middle School - 02 Tea	0.1 mi	556	6.5
Tea Area Legacy Elementary - 01 Tea	0.3 mi	532	7.5
Tea Area Venture Elementary - 06 Tea	1.0 mi	388	8.8
RF Pettigrew Elementary - 17 Sioux Falls	3.6 mi	910	6.8
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls	3.3 mi	241	7.1
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls	3.3 mi	233	7.4
John F. Kennedy Elementary - 57 Sioux Falls	4.0 mi	659	6.6
Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 Tea	4.5 mi	262	7.9
Roosevelt High School - 03 Sioux Falls	4.6 mi	1,776	5.1
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls	3.8 mi	342	7.0
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls	4.1 mi	8	—
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls	4.1 mi	1	—
Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 Sioux Falls	5.0 mi	591	5.3
Adventure Elementary - 10 Sioux Falls	4.0 mi	421	8.5
Discovery Elementary - 26 Sioux Falls	5.5 mi	867	5.3
Memorial Middle School - 04 Sioux Falls	5.5 mi	1,138	5.9
CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls	5.0 mi	7	—
BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls	5.5 mi	21	—
Endeavor Elementary - 07 Sioux Falls	4.5 mi	388	8.6
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Sioux Falls	6.0 mi	222	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,351

Median Home Value

$330,800

Median Rent

$1,132/mo

Population

7,619

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

82.1%

Poverty Rate

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tea Area High School - 03

What grades does Tea Area High School - 03 serve?

Tea Area High School - 03 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Tea Area High School - 03?

Tea Area High School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 670 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tea Area High School - 03?

The student-teacher ratio at Tea Area High School - 03 is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tea Area High School - 03 rank in SD?

Tea Area High School - 03 ranks #301 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Tea Area High School - 03's MySchoolScout rating?

Tea Area High School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Tea Area High School - 03?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tea Area High School - 03 has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tea Area High School - 03 a charter school?

No, Tea Area High School - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tea Area High School - 03 a Title I school?

No, Tea Area High School - 03 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tea Area High School - 03?

16.7% of students at Tea Area High School - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.