Enemy Swim Day School

Enemy Swim Day School serves 156 students in grades Kindergarten-8. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (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 (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 156 students
  • : 15-19%
  • : ≤5%
  • : ≤20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Enemy Swim Day School's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1938
School Motto
Toka Nuwaƞ Wayawa Tipi, an indigenous school of the Sisituƞwaƞ-Wahṗetuƞwaƞ Oyate, honors those who have come before by providing a safe environment, immersing cultural teachings, and inspiring learners to develop a foundation of critical thinking and soc

School Rankings

The diversity score of Enemy Swim Day 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.
This School
State Level (SD)
15-19%
42%
≤5%
51%
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
100%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
31%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Enemy Swim Day School?
156 students attend Enemy Swim Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Enemy Swim Day School students are American Indian.
What grades does Enemy Swim Day School offer ?
Enemy Swim Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Enemy Swim Day School part of?
Enemy Swim Day School is part of Enemy Swim Day School District.

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5   10/1/2011
- Posted by Parent - ijutr

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 156 students
  • : 15-19%
  • : ≤5%
  • : ≤20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

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