Waubay School District 18-3

The Waubay School District 18-3 in South Dakota is home to three schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. The data reveals a mix of strengths and areas for improvement across the district.

Waubay Elementary - 02 stands out as a high-performing school, consistently ranking in the top half of South Dakota elementary schools and outperforming state and district averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. However, the school has a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate, which could be an area for the district to address. In contrast, Waubay Middle School - 03 struggles, ranking in the bottom quarter of South Dakota middle schools and performing significantly below state and district averages in core academic subjects.

The district's high school, Waubay High School - 01, is a standout performer, ranked 4th out of 141 South Dakota high schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong test scores, with over 78% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. However, the high school faces concerning issues, including a 33.3% 4-year graduation rate and a 9.3% dropout rate, which are significantly worse than state averages. This suggests the need for the district to focus on improving student retention and support at the high school level.