American Horse School serves 240 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Horse School's student population of 240 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 97% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
American Horse School will stand together as a Tiospaye so that our children will receive, recognize and embrace education for the present and the future.
School Rankings
The diversity score of American Horse School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
American Indian
100%
14%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 42% SD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend American Horse School?
240 students attend American Horse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of American Horse School students are American Indian.
What grades does American Horse School offer ?
American Horse School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Horse School part of?
American Horse School is part of American Horse School District.
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