Crazy Horse School serves 270 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crazy Horse School's student population of 270 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Taβsunke Witko Owayawa Crazy Horse School will provide a sacred environment for students to achieve academic, Lakota language, and cultural excellence.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Crazy 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)
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)94.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
34%
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).
What is the graduation rate of Crazy Horse School?
The graduation rate of Crazy Horse School is 21-39%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Crazy Horse School?
270 students attend Crazy Horse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Crazy Horse School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crazy Horse School?
Crazy Horse School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crazy Horse School offer ?
Crazy Horse School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crazy Horse School part of?
Crazy Horse School is part of Crazy Horse School District.
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