Serving 160 students in grades 9-12, Webster Area High School - 01 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 160 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 10%
Graduation Rate
: 80-89% (Top 20% in SD)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 50-59% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 70-79% (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
: 50-59% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Webster Area High School - 01 ranks within the top 10% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster Area High School - 01 is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Webster Area High School - 01 is ranked #54 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Webster Area High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Webster Area High School - 01 is 80-89%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Webster Area High School - 01?
160 students attend Webster Area High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Webster Area High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Webster Area High School - 01?
Webster Area High School - 01 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Webster Area High School - 01 offer ?
Webster Area High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Webster Area High School - 01 part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 160 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 10%
Graduation Rate
: 80-89% (Top 20%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 50-59% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 70-79% (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
: 50-59% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
