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Best High Schools
in South DakotaWe reviewed 21,776 U.S. public high schools; 36 South Dakota schools made our rankings. View Rankings
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Along with state math and science assessments, South Dakota high school students must take a writing test through the WriteToLearn program. Seniors in South Dakota are encouraged to complete a capstone experience through an internship or community service. South Dakota also hosts programs aimed at increasing the educational success of American Indian students, according to the South Dakota Department of Education.
Among the South Dakota schools listed in the U.S. News Best High Schools 2012 rankings, 4 earned silver medals and 32 received bronze medals. Two silver medals went to schools in the Sioux Falls School District, about a four-hour drive from the South Dakota capital of Pierre.
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Top Ranked SD Schools
To be eligible for a state ranking, a school must be awarded a national gold or silver medal.
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Other Notable SD Schools
These schools were awarded a national bronze medal. They are listed alphabetically.
1404 FIR ST, TYNDALL, SD 57066
900 WASHINGTON ST, BURKE, SD 57523
2200 SOUTH ROOSEVELT ST, ABERDEEN, SD 57401
105 CARR ST, COLOME, SD 57528
120 SOUTH NAPOLEON AVE, CORSICA, SD 57328
402 SOUTH DOUGLAS ST, ELK POINT, SD 57025
See complete South Dakota High School Rankings
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SD by the Numbers
Districts 152 High Schools 168 Full-Time Teachers 2,706 Students Enrolled 37,477
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Sioux Falls School District
The Sioux Falls School District supports 9 high schools that serve 6,414 students.
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Rapid City Area Schools
There are 3 high schools among the Rapid City Area Schools, serving 3,903 students.