Bennett County High School - 01

Bennett County School District 03-1
202 E School St
Martin, SD 57551
125 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bennett County High School, located in Martin, South Dakota, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Bennett County School District. Situated in the heart of the Pine Ridge Reservation area, the school plays a vital role in the local community by providing academic, extracurricular, and vocational programming for a diverse student body. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Bennett County High School emphasizes the importance of community spirit and student involvement. The school offers various athletic programs, clubs, and cultural activities that reflect the unique heritage and values of the region. By maintaining a focus on student growth and community engagement, the school serves as a central hub for the residents of Martin, dedicated to equipping the next generation with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an evolving world.
125
Total Students
14.2
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    75 (60.0%)
  • White
    24 (19.2%)
  • Two or More
    17 (13.6%)
  • Hispanic
    6 (4.8%)
  • Asian
    2 (1.6%)
  • Black
    1 (0.8%)
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: Bennett County School District 03-1
Phone: (605)685-6330
Website: http://www.bennettco.k12.sd.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 125
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 125
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 42
Grade 10 41
Grade 11 23
Grade 12 19
Gender Ratio