Tri-Valley High School - 01
297 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
297
Total Students
19.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 263 |
| Hispanic | 15 |
| Black | 13 |
| Two or More | 4 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White263 (88.6%)
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Hispanic15 (5.1%)
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Black13 (4.4%)
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Two or More4 (1.3%)
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American Indian2 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Tri-Valley School District 49-6 |
| Phone: | (605)446-3538 |
| Website: | http://www.tri-valley.k12.sd.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 297 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 19.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 34 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
80
Grade 10
74
Grade 11
74
Grade 12
69
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 80 |
| Grade 10 | 74 |
| Grade 11 | 74 |
| Grade 12 | 69 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 142 | 47.8% |
| Male | 155 | 52.2% |
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