The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math
The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.
Reading
The state average for Reading was 79% in 2012.
Scale: % proficient or advanced
About the tests
In 2011-2012 South Dakota used the Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (Dakota STEP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The Dakota STEP is standards-based, which means it is aligned to South Dakota's educational standards and measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state. The standards-based Dakota STEP results are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See South Dakota's state standards
Source: South Dakota Department of Education
Math
The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.
Reading
The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.
Scale: % proficient or advanced
About the tests
In 2011-2012 South Dakota used the Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (Dakota STEP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The Dakota STEP is standards-based, which means it is aligned to South Dakota's educational standards and measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state. The standards-based Dakota STEP results are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See South Dakota's state standards
Source: South Dakota Department of Education
Math
The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.
Reading
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.
Scale: % proficient or advanced
About the tests
In 2011-2012 South Dakota used the Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (Dakota STEP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The Dakota STEP is standards-based, which means it is aligned to South Dakota's educational standards and measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state. The standards-based Dakota STEP results are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See South Dakota's state standards
Source: South Dakota Department of Education
Math
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Reading
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Scale: % proficient or advanced
About the tests
In 2011-2012 South Dakota used the Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (Dakota STEP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The Dakota STEP is standards-based, which means it is aligned to South Dakota's educational standards and measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state. The standards-based Dakota STEP results are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the South Dakota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See South Dakota's state standards
Source: South Dakota Department of Education
Math
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Reading
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Scale: % proficient or advanced
About the tests
In 2011-2012 South Dakota used the Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (Dakota STEP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The Dakota STEP is standards-based, which means it is aligned to South Dakota's educational standards and measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state. The standards-based Dakota STEP results are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the South Dakota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See South Dakota's state standards
Source: South Dakota Department of Education
Math
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Reading
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Multiracial | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
Scale: % proficient or advanced
About the tests
In 2011-2012 South Dakota used the Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (Dakota STEP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The Dakota STEP is standards-based, which means it is aligned to South Dakota's educational standards and measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state. The standards-based Dakota STEP results are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the South Dakota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See South Dakota's state standards
Source: South Dakota Department of Education
