Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Doland High School - 01 ranks in the top 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in SD)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doland High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Doland High School - 01's student population of 21 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
Orange and Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Doland High School - 01 is 0.10, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
95%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Doland Wheelers
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 42% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doland High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Doland High School - 01 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Doland High School - 01?
21 students attend Doland High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Doland High School - 01 students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doland High School - 01?
Doland High School - 01 has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doland High School - 01 offer ?
Doland High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doland High School - 01 part of?
Doland High School - 01 is part of Doland School District 56-2.
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