Average
#389 of 574 schools in SD
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
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
962
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Yankton
#4 of 6
public schools
South Dakota high schools
#113 of 156
In district
#4 of 6
Yankton School District 63-3
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Yankton High School - 01
Yankton High School - 01 serves 962 students in grades 9-12 in Yankton, South Dakota, operating as a regular public school with 52 full-time equivalent teachers and an 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #206 out of 586 high schools statewide, placing it in the 65th percentile with an academic score of 7.9 out of 10. Student performance shows particular strength in English Language Arts, with 74% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels.
Mathematics presents opportunities for growth, with 45% of students meeting proficiency standards. These results reflect the school's commitment to supporting student achievement across core subject areas. The school draws from a stable community where the median household income reaches $67,326 and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 8.5%.
About 29% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and median home values of $198,600 suggest a middle-class neighborhood environment. Yankton High School - 01 operates in a remote town setting within Yankton County, serving families in a close-knit South Dakota community of approximately 20,000 residents who value educational opportunities for their children.
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 6 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Yankton High School - 01 Compares
See how Yankton High School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 50% (2019) to 45% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 67% (2019) to 74% (2022).
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 6.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Crofton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gayville-Volin High School - 01 (rated 6.0/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Gayville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Wynot), 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 | 5.9 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL Crofton | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.7 mi | 8.6 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville | 12.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville | 12.0 mi | 5.6 |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 15.7 mi | 3.6 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot | 15.7 mi | 4.9 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot | 15.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 Tabor | 15.1 mi | 8.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Yankton High School - 01 has a median household income of $72,395. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $213,300, with a median rent of $777/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Huron High School - 01 Huron, SD | 5.9 |
| Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish, SD | 6.0 |
| Sturgis Brown High School - 01 Sturgis, SD | 5.0 |
| T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre, SD | 6.2 |
| Tea Area High School - 03 Tea, SD | 4.9 |
| Mitchell High School - 01 Mitchell, SD | 6.4 |
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 is ranked #389 out of 574 schools in SD.
What is Yankton High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?
Yankton High School - 01 has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Yankton High School - 01?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Yankton High School - 01 has 45.7% math proficiency and 72.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (605) 665-2073
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Yankton School District 63-3- District Enrollment
- 3,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,904
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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