TRI-VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL - 01

Tri-Valley High School - 01 is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tri-Valley School District 49-6 school district, located in Colton, SD with about 254 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 18 teachers, Tri-Valley High School - 01 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Tri-Valley High School, located in Colton, South Dakota, serves as the secondary education hub for the Tri-Valley School District. Situated in a rural community just northwest of Sioux Falls, the school is known for fostering a close-knit environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and student involvement. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, the institution focuses on personalized instruction, helping students prepare for post-secondary education and career readiness through a comprehensive curriculum and various extracurricular offerings.

Beyond its core academic program, Tri-Valley High School is a central pillar of the local community, promoting a strong school spirit centered around its athletic and extracurricular programs. The school district places a high value on community engagement and transparency, utilizing its official website to keep parents and residents informed about district policies, board meetings, and ongoing school events. As a growing district in a rural setting, Tri-Valley remains committed to balancing traditional values with modern educational standards to support the diverse needs of its student body.

For more information, contact Tri-Valley High School - 01 at (605) 446-3538 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.