For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 49 students in Leola, SD.
The top-ranked public high school in Leola, SD is Leola High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leola, SD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in Leola have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public high schools.
Leola, SD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the South Dakota average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leola High School - 01, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 36% (majority American Indian).
Best Public High Schools in Leola, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leola High School - 01
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3477
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Leola Alternative School - 07
Alternative School
820 Leola Ave
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3142
Leola, SD 57456
(605) 439-3142
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Leola, SD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Leola, SD include Leola High School - 01.
How many public high schools are located in Leola?
2 public high schools are located in Leola.
What is the racial composition of students in Leola?
Leola public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).
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