Serving 222 students in grades 9-12, Beresford 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beresford High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Beresford High School - 01's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beresford 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 Beresford High School - 01 is 0.19, 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
#512 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Beresford High School is the main secondary school for grades 9-12 located in Beresford, South Dakota. It is the only high school in the Beresford School District 61-2. The school colors are purple and white. The school mascot is the Watchdog.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beresford High School - 01's ranking?
Beresford High School - 01 is ranked #512 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Beresford High School - 01 often compared to?
Beresford High School - 01is often viewed alongside schools like Alcester-hudson High School - 01, Dakota Valley High School - 01, Elk Point-jefferson High School - 01 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beresford High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Beresford High School - 01 is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Beresford High School - 01?
222 students attend Beresford High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Beresford High School - 01 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beresford High School - 01?
Beresford High School - 01 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beresford High School - 01 offer ?
Beresford High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beresford High School - 01 part of?
Beresford High School - 01 is part of Beresford School District 61-2.
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