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#282 of 574 schools in SD
Top 49% in state
Yankton High School - 01
High School · Yankton School District 63-3
PO Box 738, Yankton, SD 57078
Enrollment
962
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
962
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#282 of 574
In Yankton
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Yankton School District 63-3
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Yankton High School - 01
High School in Yankton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yankton High School - 01
Yankton High School - 01 is a public high school in Yankton, SD, part of Yankton School District 63-3. Yankton High School - 01 serves approximately 962 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Yankton High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Yankton High School - 01 show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- SD avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Yankton High School - 01 — Students at Yankton High School - 01 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.9/10.
How Yankton High School - 01 Compares
See how Yankton High School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 738, Yankton, SD 57078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yankton High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Crofton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Wynot), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gayville-Volin High School - 01 (rated 5.6/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Gayville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yankton, see our Yankton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 Yankton | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Yankton | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - Yankton | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL Crofton | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno | 15.4 mi | — |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington | 14.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville | 12.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville | 12.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville | 12.0 mi | 3.8 |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 15.7 mi | 5.0 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot | 15.7 mi | 6.8 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot | 15.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 Tabor | 15.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,395
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
20,547
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
13.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
42.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yankton High School - 01
What grades does Yankton High School - 01 serve?
Yankton High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yankton High School - 01?
Yankton High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 962 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yankton High School - 01?
The student-teacher ratio at Yankton High School - 01 is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yankton High School - 01 rank in SD?
Yankton High School - 01 ranks #282 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Yankton High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Yankton High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Yankton High School - 01?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yankton High School - 01 has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Yankton High School - 01 a charter school?
No, Yankton High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yankton High School - 01 a Title I school?
No, Yankton High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yankton High School - 01?
27.5% of students at Yankton 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 962
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Yankton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (605) 665-2073
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Yankton School District 63-3- District Enrollment
- 3,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,904
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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