Best Schools in Pine Ridge, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Pine Ridge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Red Cloud Indian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wolf Creek School - 02
Elementary · Oglala Lakota County 65-1. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$54,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$54,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pine Ridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Cloud Indian School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Wolf Creek School - 02 | 4.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $53,988
- Median home value
- $54,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pine Ridge compares
Median household income
$54k
77% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Pine Ridge, South Dakota
Pine Ridge, South Dakota is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Pine Ridge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Pine Ridge is Red Cloud Indian School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pine Ridge is served by 2 school districts: Oglala Lakota County 65-1, Pine Ridge School. These districts collectively serve 2,555 students.
Pine Ridge's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,988. The poverty rate in the area is 29.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 570 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 702 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Red Cloud Indian School
Private
470 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.9 | ||
Schools in Pine Ridge
Pine Ridge, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,988
Median Home Value
$54,200
Median Rent
$633/mo
Population
5,384
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
56%
Poverty Rate
29.0%
Community Profile
Pine Ridge has a median household income of $53,988. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $54,200, with a median rent of $633/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Pine Ridge, South Dakota
How many schools are in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
Pine Ridge has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pine Ridge is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Pine Ridge on MySchoolScout is Red Cloud Indian School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pine Ridge on MySchoolScout is Wolf Creek School - 02 with a composite score of 4.0/10.
How many school districts serve Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
Pine Ridge is served by 2 school districts: Oglala Lakota County 65-1, Pine Ridge School.
What is the education level in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Pine Ridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
The median household income in Pine Ridge is approximately $53,988 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
Yes, Pine Ridge has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Red Cloud Indian School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pine Ridge is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pine Ridge, South Dakota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.