Pine Ridge School serves 674 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%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Graduation Rate: 30-34%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Ridge School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Thorpes!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pine Ridge 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%
American Indian
100%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.9%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Thorpes
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?
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 Pine Ridge School?
The graduation rate of Pine Ridge School is 30-34%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pine Ridge School?
674 students attend Pine Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pine Ridge School students are American Indian.
What grades does Pine Ridge School offer ?
Pine Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Ridge School part of?
Pine Ridge School is part of Pine Ridge School District.
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