Britton-Hecla High School

Britton-Hecla High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
759 5th St,  Britton, SD
Britton-Hecla School District
3.8
5.0
126 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
44.5%
Reading Proficiency
74.5%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
90%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
74.5%
Math Proficiency
44.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
9
Full Time Teachers
9
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.3%
College Prep
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
22
Reading
25
Science
23
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
26.9%
State Average
29.3%
Science
7.7%
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
100:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
89.2%
Two or more races
3.8%
Native American
2.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Black
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Hispanic
<1%

Specialty School Programs

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 21 Students
Northern State University 16 Students
North Dakota State University 10 Students
Lake Area Technical College 8 Students
University of South Dakota 6 Students
Southeast Technical College 5 Students
North Dakota State College of Science 5 Students
Iowa State University 4 Students
Augustana University 4 Students
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 4 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 7 Students
Biology 7 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 5 Students
Business 4 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 4 Students
Mechanical Engineering 4 Students
Elementary Education 4 Students
English 4 Students
Creative Writing 3 Students
Entrepreneurship 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 17 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
1/25/2016
Any person can get involved in as many activities as they want to.
4.0 NicheUser
4/17/2014
Teacher here are very nice and will help you when you need it.
4.0 NicheUser
4/17/2014
School stays in reach of technology
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 parent
4/4/2008

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Britton-Hecla High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Britton, SD and is served by the Britton-Hecla School District in South Dakota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 126 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 44.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 74.5% are proficient in reading. Britton-Hecla High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Britton-Hecla Junior High School, Westwood Rural Elementary School, Britton-Hecla Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Britton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Britton-Hecla High School.

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