Serving 155 students in grades 9-12, Mclaughlin High School - 01 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclaughlin High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mclaughlin High School - 01's student population of 155 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Mclaughlin High School - 01 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mclaughlin High School - 01 is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclaughlin High School - 01's ranking?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 is ranked #604 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mclaughlin High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Mclaughlin High School - 01 is 60-69%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Mclaughlin High School - 01?
155 students attend Mclaughlin High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mclaughlin High School - 01 students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclaughlin High School - 01?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mclaughlin High School - 01 offer ?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclaughlin High School - 01 part of?
Mclaughlin High School - 01 is part of Mclaughlin School District 15-2.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i would like to review this school because i went to school there about couple of years ago and it was ah fun school not that i didn't like it i just didn't like the drama the t goes on in the school it was ok i loved the teacher's alot they where awesome i learned alot tho from being there in the school
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