Serving 432 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 5% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-44%
- Math Proficiency: 2%
- Reading Proficiency: 5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pine Ridge School's student population of 432 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pine Ridge 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)5%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
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)40-44%
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 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Ridge School?
The graduation rate of Pine Ridge School is 40-44%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pine Ridge School?
432 students attend Pine Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pine Ridge School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Ridge School?
Pine Ridge School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pine Ridge School offer ?
Pine Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Pine Ridge School part of?
Pine Ridge School is part of Pine Ridge School District.
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