Belle Fourche High School

Belle Fourche High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1301 12th Ave,  Belle Fourche, SD
Belle Fourche School District
3.8
5.0
372 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
26
Full Time Teachers
26
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.7%
College Prep
Average ACT
25
Math
23
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
42.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
29.8%
State Average
29.3%
Science
11.9%
State Average
21.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
478:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
49.1%
White
88%
Hispanic
5.5%
Two or more races
4.2%
Native American
1.8%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
South Dakota State University 86 Students
Black Hills State University 76 Students
University of South Dakota 54 Students
Colorado State University 39 Students
University of Wyoming 38 Students
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 33 Students
North Dakota State University 29 Students
Augustana University 26 Students
University of Sioux Falls 19 Students
Chadron State College 18 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 18 Students
Business 15 Students
Elementary Education 15 Students
Biology 13 Students
Education 11 Students
Psychology 9 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 9 Students
Dental Hygiene 9 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 8 Students
Pre-Law Studies 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 54 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/5/2023
It is an very welcoming environment. I wish they would crack down on the drug usage and mental health crisis, however thr students are lovely and the teachers are extremely helpful and caring.
5.0 Senior
11/18/2020
Belle Fourche High School is a great school. I think it is a good school to bring any kid to. There are not any cliques like other neighboring schools, everyone is mostly friends and nice here. People take out their kid from other schools to bring them here. We have great programs, teachers, and it really is just a great experience. With the 4 day weeks and 2 week long christmas break, it is a great school to go to. The teachers help the students and it is easy to get assistance here. The only thing I don't like very well is the limited college resources, they want you to go to a school in South Dakota and don't want the students to look beyond it. Overall, a great school, and i recommend it to anyone looking to go.
5.0 Alum
7/28/2017
I would like to see some improvements in the school facilities otherwise I had a great experience there and would recommend the small school atmosphere to others in the future.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 student
9/12/2008
5.0 parent
4/21/2007

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Belle Fourche High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Belle Fourche, SD, in the Belle Fourche neighborhood, and is served by the Belle Fourche School District in South Dakota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 372 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Belle Fourche High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 25. The average home value in this area is $332,243. Discover additional schools in the area, like Belle Fourche Education Connection, Black Hills Classical Christian Academy, Belle Fourche Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Belle Fourche has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Belle Fourche High School.

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