School Overview
Bison High School is a small, rural public school located in Bison, South Dakota, serving as the central educational hub for the local community in Perkins County. As part of the Bison School District (01), the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive K-12 education, with the high school focusing on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and personalized attention. Given the school’s geographic location in a sparsely populated region, it plays a vital role in fostering community spirit and maintaining a close-knit learning environment where faculty and students can build strong, supportive relationships.

The school’s official website highlights its dedication to its mission of providing a quality education in a rural setting. It serves as an essential resource for parents and students to access information regarding academic calendars, board policies, and extracurricular activities. By leveraging local resources and maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding community, Bison High School strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate both local opportunities and the broader world beyond their community.
52
Total Students
5.9
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bison High School - 01
Demographic Student Count
White48
Hispanic2
American Indian2
  • White
    48 (92.3%)
  • Hispanic
    2 (3.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (3.8%)
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: Bison School District 52-1
Phone: (605)244-5271
Website: http://www.bison.k12.sd.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 52
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 12
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Grade 9 12
Grade 10 9
Grade 11 10
Grade 12 21

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bison High School - 01
Grade Student Count
Grade 912
Grade 109
Grade 1110
Grade 1221
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bison High School - 01
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2853.8%
Male2446.2%