South Elementary School serves 172 students in grades 4-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Elementary School?
172 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Elementary School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Todd County School District 66-1.
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