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Todd County High School - 01

High School · Todd County School District 66-1

PO Box 726, Mission, SD 57555

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#415 of 574

In Mission

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Todd County School District 66-1

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Todd County High School - 01

5.2/10

High School in Mission · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18

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About Todd County High School - 01

Todd County High School - 01 is a public high school in Mission, SD, part of Todd County School District 66-1. Todd County High School - 01 serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Todd County High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #415 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Todd County High School - 01 show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • SD avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Todd 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.

Todd County High School - 01 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 Progress8.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate47%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,832

Todd County High School - 01 — Students at Todd County High School - 01 score 7% 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 11.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.6% (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
17%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Todd County High School - 01 Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in SD
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

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 726, Mission, SD 57555

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Todd County High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VALENTINE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 29.8 miles away, in nearby Valentine), which scores notably higher. Another option is White River High School - 01 (rated 7.2/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby White River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Todd County Achievement High School - 17 (rated 3.3/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 Mission 0.1 mi
Resource Center - 11 Mission 0.1 mi
Todd County Achievement High School - 17 Mission 0.1 mi 3.3
Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission 0.2 mi 4.3
Todd County Elementary - 16 Mission 0.4 mi 6.1
Rosebud Elementary - 04 Rosebud 11.1 mi 4.3
Lakeview Elementary - 09 Crookston 16.2 mi 4.2
Klein Elementary - 08 Mission 13.9 mi
O'Kreek Elementary - 14 O'Kreek 14.0 mi
White River Elementary - 02 White River 19.0 mi 6.5
White River High School - 01 White River 19.0 mi 7.2
White River Middle School - 04 White River 19.0 mi 5.8
St. Francis Indian School St. Francis 16.5 mi
SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Saint Francis 16.7 mi 8.1
Littleburg Elementary - 12 Valentine 20.4 mi
He Dog Elementary - 05 Parmelee 20.3 mi 5.2
Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis 22.6 mi 5.7
VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valentine 29.8 mi 8.5
VALENTINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Valentine 29.9 mi 8.3
VALENTINE HIGH SCHOOL Valentine 29.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,772

Median Home Value

$73,800

Median Rent

$535/mo

Population

3,530

College Educated

21.6%

Homeownership

53.3%

Poverty Rate

38.5%

Median Age

27.3

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West Central High School - 01 Hartford, SD 5.5
Milbank High School - 01 Milbank, SD 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Todd County High School - 01

What grades does Todd County High School - 01 serve?

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

How many students attend Todd County High School - 01?

Todd County High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Todd County High School - 01 is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

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

Todd County High School - 01 ranks #415 of 574 schools in SD.

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

Todd County High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Todd County High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Todd County High School - 01 has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Todd County High School - 01 a charter school?

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

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

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

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

100.0% of students at Todd 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Todd County
4-Year Graduation
47.0%

District

Todd County School District 66-1
District Enrollment
2,049
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,832
District Rank
#4 of 8

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