St. Francis Indian School serves 594 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 9:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69%
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: 3%
- Science Proficiency: ≤5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Francis Indian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Francis Indian School's student population of 594 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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
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
60-69%
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
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?
594 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 9:1, 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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