Todd County High School - 01
496 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Todd County High School, located in Mission, South Dakota, serves as a primary educational anchor for the community and the surrounding Rosebud Indian Reservation. As part of the Todd County School District, the institution operates with a deep commitment to serving a predominantly Native American student population. The school strives to integrate academic rigor with the cultural heritage of the Sicangu Lakota people, aiming to provide a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, the school plays a vital role in the social fabric of Mission, hosting various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and community events. Like many schools in rural, tribal areas, Todd County High School faces unique challenges related to funding and geographic isolation, but it remains a central hub for student development and community engagement. By focusing on both traditional educational benchmarks and the empowerment of its student body, the high school continues to work toward improving graduation rates and fostering a strong sense of identity and opportunity for the youth of Todd County.
Beyond the classroom, the school plays a vital role in the social fabric of Mission, hosting various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and community events. Like many schools in rural, tribal areas, Todd County High School faces unique challenges related to funding and geographic isolation, but it remains a central hub for student development and community engagement. By focusing on both traditional educational benchmarks and the empowerment of its student body, the high school continues to work toward improving graduation rates and fostering a strong sense of identity and opportunity for the youth of Todd County.
496
Total Students
36.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 6 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| American Indian | 474 |
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American Indian474 (95.6 %)
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White7 (1.4 %)
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Hispanic6 (1.2 %)
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Asian6 (1.2 %)
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Two or More3 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Todd County School District 66-1 |
| Phone: | (605)856-3503 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 496 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 36.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 447 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
203
Grade 10
146
Grade 11
73
Grade 12
74
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 203 |
| Grade 10 | 146 |
| Grade 11 | 73 |
| Grade 12 | 74 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 259 | 52.2% |
| Male | 237 | 47.8% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School
14 Students
High School 9th - 12th