American Horse School serves 152 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Horse School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
American Horse School's student population of 152 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of American Horse School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
29%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SD state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
How many students attend American Horse School?
152 students attend American Horse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of American Horse School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Horse School?
American Horse School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does American Horse School offer ?
American Horse School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is American Horse School part of?
American Horse School is part of American Horse School District.
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