SULLY BUTTES HIGH SCHOOL - 07

Sully Buttes High School - 07 is a Title I public high school that is part of the Agar-Blunt-Onida School District 58-3 school district, located in Onida, SD with about 76 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, Sully Buttes High School - 07 has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sully Buttes High School, located in Onida, South Dakota, serves as the educational hub for the Agate-Onida (ABO) School District. As a small, rural public high school, it plays a vital role in the community by providing a personalized learning environment where students receive individualized attention from faculty. The school is known for fostering a close-knit atmosphere that reflects the values of its surrounding agricultural community, aiming to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce through a traditional academic curriculum supplemented by various extracurricular activities.

Beyond its core academic mission, Sully Buttes High School is a significant source of community pride, particularly through its athletic programs and school-sponsored events. The school acts as a focal point for the town of Onida, maintaining strong ties between educators, students, and local families. By leveraging its size to encourage student participation and leadership, the school strives to equip its graduates with the essential skills, character, and local engagement necessary to succeed in a changing world.

For more information, contact Sully Buttes High School - 07 at (605) 258-2617 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.