Wakpala Junior High School serves 36 students in grades 7-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wakpala Junior High School?
36 students attend Wakpala Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wakpala Junior High School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakpala Junior High School?
Wakpala Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wakpala Junior High School offer ?
Wakpala Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wakpala Junior High School part of?
Wakpala Junior High School is part of Smee School District 15-3.
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