Developmental Disabilities Program - 01 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 53%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (21-22)
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
53%
American Indian
(21-22)19%
14%
Hispanic
(21-22)5%
7%
White
(21-22)67%
69%
Two or more races
(21-22)9%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
90%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% SD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% SD state average).
How many students attend Developmental Disabilities Program - 01?
21 students attend Developmental Disabilities Program - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Developmental Disabilities Program - 01 students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Developmental Disabilities Program - 01 offer ?
Developmental Disabilities Program - 01 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Developmental Disabilities Program - 01 part of?
Developmental Disabilities Program - 01 is part of Black Hills Special Services Cooperative School District.
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