Groton Area High School - 01

Q: Is Groton Area High School - 01 a good school?

Groton Area High School - 01 ranks 28 th of 141 South Dakota high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Groton Area High School - 01 is a public high school serving grades 9-12 with 175 students in Groton, South Dakota. This high-performing school consistently ranks among the top 30 high schools in the state, with a peak ranking of 4 out of 135 schools in the 2018-2019 school year.

Groton Area High School - 01 has demonstrated exceptional academic performance, consistently outperforming the state averages in Smarter Balanced Assessments for 11th-grade students in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. The school also maintains high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 97.4% to 100% over the past three school years, significantly exceeding the state average. Additionally, the school has very low dropout rates, ranging from 0.0% to 0.5% over the past three school years, which are considerably lower than the state average. Compared to the nearby Central High School in Aberdeen, Groton Area High School - 01 stands out with higher academic proficiency rates, graduation rates, and lower dropout rates.

Groton Area High School - 01's strong performance across different student subgroups, such as female, male, and white students, suggests that the school is providing an equitable education and supporting the success of all its students. The school's relatively high per-student spending, ranging from $10,525 to $13,174 over the past four school years, may contribute to its academic success, as the school is able to invest in resources and programs that support student learning. Overall, Groton Area High School - 01 is a standout institution in the region, consistently delivering exceptional educational outcomes for its students.

Detail:

Public 9-12

502 N 2nd St
Groton, SD 57445

(605) 397-8381

District: Groton Area School District 06-6

SchoolDigger Rank:
28^th of 141 South Dakota High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $13,174

Feeder schools for Groton Area High School - 01:

Elementary:	Groton Area Elementary - 02
Middle:	Groton Area Middle School - 04

Student/teacher ratio: 11.6

Number of students: 171

Racial breakdown:

White:

95.9%

Hispanic:

1.8%

Asian:

1.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 7.6%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Groton Area High School - 01 ranks better than 80.1% of high schools in South Dakota. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 76.15. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Groton Area High School - 01 who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (95.9%), Hispanic (1.8%), Asian (1.2%). (See more...)

Compare Details 7.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Groton Area High School - 01 is 11.6. (See more...)

Compare Groton Area High School - 01 employs 14.7 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Groton Area High School - 01 is $13,174.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Groton Area High School - 01:

SchoolDigger ranks Groton Area High School - 01 28^th of 141 South Dakota public high schools. (See Groton Area High School - 01 in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Male students:

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Groton Area School District 06-6:

SchoolDigger ranks Groton Area School District 06-6 17^th of 126 South Dakota school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Groton Area High School - 01

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Rank History for all students at Groton Area High School - 01

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SD State Percentile
2005	62.64	53^rd	137	61.3%
2006	89.86	5^th	136	96.3%
2007	70.24	39^th	141	72.3%
2008	64.75	51^st	135	62.2%
2009	91.21	5^th	144	96.5%
2010	62.38	62^nd	150	58.7%
2011	95.01	1^st	141	99.3%
2012	74.37	36^th	143	74.8%
2013	81.49	17^th	144	88.2%
2015	72.35	30^th	133	77.4%
2016	67.27	42^nd	141	70.2%
2017	73.03	28^th	137	79.6%
2018	80.19	13^th	138	90.6%
2019	92.50	4^th	135	97.0%
2021	62.72	50^th	140	64.3%
2022	87.12	12^th	134	91.0%
2023	79.21	20^th	138	85.5%
2024	76.15	28^th	141	80.1%

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Rank History for Female students at Groton Area High School - 01

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	76.07	14^th	82	82.9%
2019	96.47	1^st	83	98.8%
2021	64.75	32^nd	89	64.0%
2022	71.76	24^th	84	71.4%
2023	85.37	5^th	95	94.7%
2024	71.61	22^nd	93	76.3%

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Rank History for Male students at Groton Area High School - 01

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	80.40	8^th	90	91.1%
2019	82.60	11^th	88	87.5%
2021	58.52	36^th	89	59.6%
2022	90.85	9^th	87	89.7%
2023	59.37	42^nd	96	56.3%
2024	77.03	19^th	107	82.2%

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Rank History for White students at Groton Area High School - 01

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SD State Percentile
2018	70.26	27^th	123	78.0%
2019	88.82	10^th	123	91.9%
2021	55.49	56^th	129	56.6%
2022	84.69	13^th	123	89.4%
2023	72.35	25^th	121	79.3%
2024	69.54	37^th	125	70.4%

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Data source: test scores: South Dakota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Groton Area High School - 01

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2005	188	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	189
2006	193	0	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	194
2007	187	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	188
2008	190	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	190
2009	192	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	193
2010	191	0	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	193
2011	193	0	0	2	1	0	0	196
2012	191	1	1	1	0	0	0	194
2013	185	0	5	2	1	0	0	193
2014	190	2	2	2	1	0	0	197
2015	185	3	1	3	1	0	0	193
2016	169	5	2	1	2	0	0	179
2017	161	7	4	1	1	0	0	174
2018	157	3	1	2	2	0	0	165
2019	168	4	1	3	2	0	0	178
2020	171	1	1	3	1	0	0	177
2021	175	0	1	4	4	0	0	184
2022	171	0	0	4	1	0	1	177
2023	169	0	1	4	0	0	1	175
2024	164	0	2	3	1	0	1	171

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Groton Area High School - 01

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2005	189	16.3	11.6	14.8
2006	194	16.7	11.6	14.4
2007	188	16.5	11.4	13.3
2008	190	15.6	12.2	12.6
2009	193	16.7	11.6	11.4
2010	193	17.4	11.0	14
2011	196	16.9	11.5	14.3
2012	194	15.0	12.9	12.9
2013	193	14.2	13.5	16.1
2014	197	17.1	11.5	13.7
2015	193	17.0	11.3	15
2016	179	16.0	11.1	16.8
2017	174	17.0	10.2	11.5
2018	165	16.4	10.0	8.5
2019	178	15.1	11.7	10.7
2020	177	14.5	12.1	10.7
2021	184	14.4	12.7	11.4
2022	177	14.1	12.4	7.3
2023	175	13.4	12.9	8.6
2024	171	14.7	11.6	7.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Groton Area High School - 01

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2005	189	16.3	11.6	14.8
2006	194	16.7	11.6	14.4
2007	188	16.5	11.4	13.3
2008	190	15.6	12.2	12.6
2009	193	16.7	11.6	11.4
2010	193	17.4	11.0	14
2011	196	16.9	11.5	14.3
2012	194	15.0	12.9	12.9
2013	193	14.2	13.5	16.1
2014	197	17.1	11.5	13.7
2015	193	17.0	11.3	15
2016	179	16.0	11.1	16.8
2017	174	17.0	10.2	11.5
2018	165	16.4	10.0	8.5
2019	178	15.1	11.7	10.7
2020	177	14.5	12.1	10.7
2021	184	14.4	12.7	11.4
2022	177	14.1	12.4	7.3
2023	175	13.4	12.9	8.6
2024	171	14.7	11.6	7.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Groton Area High School - 01

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2020	$97 (0.9%)	$10,919 (99.1%)	$11,016
2021	$101 (1.0%)	$10,424 (99.0%)	$10,525
2022	$169 (1.4%)	$11,680 (98.6%)	$11,850
2023	$1,324 (10.1%)	$11,850 (89.9%)	$13,174

Data source: South Dakota Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Groton Area High School - 01

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 4^th of 135 High schools	Ranks 20^th of 138 High schools	11.5%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
11th Grade English Language Arts (Groton Area High School - 01)	84.6	85.4	0.8%
11th Grade English Language Arts (Groton Area School District 06-6)	84.6	85.4	0.8%
11th Grade English Language Arts (South Dakota)	64.4	65.2	0.7%
11th Grade Mathematics (Groton Area High School - 01)	64.1	43.9	20.2%
11th Grade Mathematics (Groton Area School District 06-6)	64.1	43.9	20.2%
11th Grade Mathematics (South Dakota)	41.2	37.8	3.4%
11th Grade Science (Groton Area High School - 01)	56.4	63.4	7%
11th Grade Science (Groton Area School District 06-6)	56.4	63.4	7%
11th Grade Science (South Dakota)	36.4	51.8	15.4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	178	175	1.7%
African American	4	0	100%
American Indian	2	0	100%
Asian	1	1
Hispanic	3	4	33.3%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	168	169	0.6%
Two or More Races	0	1
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	10.7%	8.6%	2.1%

Schools Near Groton Area High School - 01

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts (2024)		Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics (2024)		Smarter Balanced Assessments Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts 11th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments English Language Arts All Grades	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics 11th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Mathematics All Grades	Smarter Balanced Assessments Science 11th Grade	Smarter Balanced Assessments Science All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Groton Area High School - 01	Public	9-12	502 N 2nd St	Groton	57445	Brown County	Groton Area School District 06-6	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 397-8381	171	15	11.6	7.6%	164 (95.9%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.8%)	2 (1.2%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)	76.1	28^th of 141 public high schools	80.1%		79.2	20^th of 138 public high schools	85.5%	8	81.0		40.5		61.9		$13,174	$1,324	$11,850
Langford Area High School - 01	Public	9-12	206 Chestnut St	Langford	57454	Marshall County	Langford Area 45-5	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 493-6454	44	5	8.5	9.1%	38 (86.4%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (6.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (6.8%)	59.2	59^th of 141 public high schools	58.2%					(n/a)	80.0		30.0		50.0		$16,292	$469	$15,823
Central High School - 01	Public	9-12	2200 S Roosevelt St	Aberdeen	57401	Brown County	Aberdeen School District 06-1	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 725-8100	1,374	80	17.1	25.8%	1,039 (75.6%)	25 (1.8%)	110 (8.0%)	41 (3.0%)	91 (6.6%)	5 (0.4%)	63 (4.6%)	30.6	108^th of 141 public high schools	23.4%		62.1	52^nd of 138 public high schools	62.3%	56	51.3	51.0	26.2	25.9	41.5	41.0	$9,561	$622	$8,939
New Beginnings - 89	Public	5-12	1601 Milwaukee Ave NE	Aberdeen	57401	Brown County	Aberdeen School District 06-1	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 725-8100	8	2	4.9		2 (25.0%)	1 (12.5%)	1 (12.5%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (50.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							$26,977	$6,089	$20,888
SDSBVI High School - 02	Public	9-12	605 14th Ave SE	Aberdeen	57401	Brown County	School District School For The Blind & Visually Impaired	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(605) 626-2580	11	5	2.2		6 (54.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (9.1%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (36.4%)								(n/a)

Frequently Asked Questions about Groton Area High School - 01

What schools feed into Groton Area High School - 01?

Groton Area High School - 01 is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Groton Area Elementary - 02
Middle : Groton Area Middle School - 04

Is Groton Area High School - 01 a good school?

Groton Area High School - 01 ranks 28^th of 141 South Dakota high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Groton Area High School - 01?

Students at Groton Area High School - 01 are 96% White, 2% Hispanic, 1% Asian.

How many students attend Groton Area High School - 01?

In the 2023-24 school year, 171 students attended Groton Area High School - 01.

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Groton Area School District 06-6

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