Marty Indian School serves 245 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marty Indian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marty Indian School's student population of 245 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marty Indian 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)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
Graduation Rate
21-39%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
31%
School Statewide Testing
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?
6-9% 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 Marty Indian School?
The graduation rate of Marty Indian School is 21-39%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Marty Indian School?
245 students attend Marty Indian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Marty Indian School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marty Indian School?
Marty Indian School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marty Indian School offer ?
Marty Indian School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marty Indian School part of?
Marty Indian School is part of Marty Indian School District.
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