Little Wound School serves 766 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-44%
- Math Proficiency: 3%
- Reading Proficiency: 2%
- Science Proficiency: 6-9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Wound School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Little Wound School's student population of 766 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Little Wound 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)
(22-23)3%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
(22-23)40-44%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Wound School?
The graduation rate of Little Wound School is 40-44%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Little Wound School?
766 students attend Little Wound School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Little Wound School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Wound School?
Little Wound School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Little Wound School offer ?
Little Wound School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little Wound School part of?
Little Wound School is part of Little Wound School District.
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