Sturgis Brown High School - 01
842 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Sturgis Brown High School, located in Sturgis, South Dakota, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Meade School District 46-1. Situated along Highway 34, the school acts as a central hub for students in the region, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school is well-known for fostering a strong sense of community spirit, often reflecting the unique culture and traditions of the Black Hills area, including its historical association with the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Sturgis Brown High School emphasizes student development through its robust athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and vocational training options. The school district's website highlights its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning directly into the workforce, trade schools, or higher education institutions. By balancing rigorous classroom expectations with a supportive environment, the school strives to equip its student body with the skills necessary to navigate a modern, evolving global landscape.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Sturgis Brown High School emphasizes student development through its robust athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and vocational training options. The school district's website highlights its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning directly into the workforce, trade schools, or higher education institutions. By balancing rigorous classroom expectations with a supportive environment, the school strives to equip its student body with the skills necessary to navigate a modern, evolving global landscape.
842
Total Students
50.6
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 712 |
| Hispanic | 43 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 53 |
| American Indian | 24 |
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White712 (84.6 %)
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Two or More53 (6.3 %)
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Hispanic43 (5.1 %)
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American Indian24 (2.9 %)
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Asian6 (0.7 %)
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Black4 (0.5 %)
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: | Meade School District 46-1 |
| Phone: | (605)347-2686 |
| Website: | http://www.meade.k12.sd.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 842 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 50.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 146 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 96 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
271
Grade 10
238
Grade 11
191
Grade 12
142
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 271 |
| Grade 10 | 238 |
| Grade 11 | 191 |
| Grade 12 | 142 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 401 | 47.6% |
| Male | 441 | 52.4% |