Pierre Indian Learning Center serves 156 students in grades 1-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (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 20:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pierre Indian Learning Center's student population of 156 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
193 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pierre Indian Learning Center 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)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
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?
10-14% 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 Pierre Indian Learning Center?
156 students attend Pierre Indian Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pierre Indian Learning Center students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierre Indian Learning Center?
Pierre Indian Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pierre Indian Learning Center offer ?
Pierre Indian Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierre Indian Learning Center part of?
Pierre Indian Learning Center is part of Pierre Indian Learning Center School District.
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