Serving 15 students in grades 7-8, Doland Jr. High - 02 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Doland Jr. High - 02's student population of 15 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
We May Be Small, But We Do Big Things!
School Rankings
Doland Jr. High - 02 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doland Jr. High - 02 is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
3%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doland Jr. High - 02's ranking?
Doland Jr. High - 02 is ranked #393 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Doland Jr. High - 02?
15 students attend Doland Jr. High - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Doland Jr. High - 02 students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doland Jr. High - 02?
Doland Jr. High - 02 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doland Jr. High - 02 offer ?
Doland Jr. High - 02 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doland Jr. High - 02 part of?
Doland Jr. High - 02 is part of Doland School District 56-2.
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