Edgemont School District 23-1

The Edgemont School District 23-1 in South Dakota is home to two schools: Edgemont Elementary - 03 and Edgemont High School - 01. While the high school is a standout performer, the elementary school is struggling, indicating a significant performance gap between the two schools.

Edgemont High School - 01 is ranked 30th out of 138 South Dakota high schools, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 90.9% and exceptional student performance on state assessments, with 80% proficient or better in English Language Arts and Science. In contrast, Edgemont Elementary - 03 is ranked 114th out of 201 South Dakota elementary schools, with a 2-star rating, and its students perform below the state average on state assessments.

The district's funding allocation may be a contributing factor, as Edgemont High School - 01 spends $18,443 per student, while Edgemont Elementary - 03 spends $15,953 per student. Additionally, both schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as indicated by the high free/reduced lunch rates of 40.19% at the elementary school and 35% at the high school.