School Overview
T.F. Riggs High School, located in Pierre, South Dakota, serves as the primary public secondary school for the state’s capital city. As part of the Pierre School District, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is well-known for its commitment to academic excellence and provides a wide array of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs, fine arts, and various student-led clubs, which help foster a well-rounded educational experience for its student body.

The school’s physical location on East Broadway Avenue places it at the heart of Pierre, reflecting its role as a central hub for youth development in the area. With a focus on modern instruction and community involvement, T.F. Riggs High School emphasizes the values of student achievement, civic responsibility, and personal growth. For families and community members, the school serves not only as an educational institution but as a cornerstone of Pierre’s local culture, maintaining strong connections between the faculty, students, and the broader capital region.
855
Total Students
48.1
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for T F Riggs High School - 01
Demographic Student Count
White593
Hispanic49
Black2
Asian13
Two or More98
American Indian100
  • White
    593 (69.4%)
  • American Indian
    100 (11.7%)
  • Two or More
    98 (11.5%)
  • Hispanic
    49 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    13 (1.5%)
  • Black
    2 (0.2%)
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: Pierre School District 32-2
Phone: (605)773-7350
Website: http://www.pierre.k12.sd.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 855
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 147
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 48
Grades Taught
Grade 9 256
Grade 10 201
Grade 11 196
Grade 12 202

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for T F Riggs High School - 01
Grade Student Count
Grade 9256
Grade 10201
Grade 11196
Grade 12202
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for T F Riggs High School - 01
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female41548.5%
Male44051.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)