St. Francis Indian School serves 630 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69%
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: 3%
- Science Proficiency: ≤5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Francis Indian School's student population of 630 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of St. Francis 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)
8%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Graduation Rate
60-69%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Francis Indian School?
The graduation rate of St. Francis Indian School is 60-69%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend St. Francis Indian School?
630 students attend St. Francis Indian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of St. Francis Indian School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Francis Indian School?
St. Francis Indian School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. Francis Indian School offer ?
St. Francis Indian School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Francis Indian School part of?
St. Francis Indian School is part of St. Francis Indian School District.
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