Tiospa Zina Tribal School serves 469 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤1% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59%
- Math Proficiency: 6%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤1%
- Science Proficiency: ≤5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tiospa Zina Tribal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tiospa Zina Tribal School's student population of 469 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Wicake-Honesty, Tehinda-Guidance, Waunsida-Compassion, Okciya-Generosity, Ohoda-Respect, and Woksape-Understanding
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tiospa Zina Tribal 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%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
50-59%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while ≤1% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tiospa Zina Tribal School?
The graduation rate of Tiospa Zina Tribal School is 50-59%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Tiospa Zina Tribal School?
469 students attend Tiospa Zina Tribal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tiospa Zina Tribal School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tiospa Zina Tribal School?
Tiospa Zina Tribal School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tiospa Zina Tribal School offer ?
Tiospa Zina Tribal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tiospa Zina Tribal School part of?
Tiospa Zina Tribal School is part of Tiospa Zina Tribal School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Good school used to come here when I was in 3rd grade, nice teachers, good food and double lunches and breakfasts, not very hard school work.
5 10/10/2025
Love this school, it is very friendly here at Tiospa Zina. They strive for excellence and working to find the very best in each and every kid :)
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