Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-12,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64%
- Math Proficiency: 2%
- Reading Proficiency: 6%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Wound School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Little Wound School's student population of 562 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Little Wound 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)2%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
Graduation Rate
(19-20)60-64%
84%
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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SD state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Wound School?
The graduation rate of Little Wound School is 60-64%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Little Wound School?
562 students attend Little Wound School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Little Wound School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Wound School?
Little Wound School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Little Wound School offer ?
Little Wound School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Little Wound School part of?
Little Wound School is part of Little Wound School District.
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