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8.7 avg / 10

Leola School District 44-2

School District · Leola, South Dakota

Students: 210
Teachers (FTE): 21

Avg Rating

8.7

out of 10

Schools

7

4 elem, 1 mid, 2 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,371

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

How this district compares

South Dakota rank

#1 of 142

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+2.4

above South Dakota avg

Per-pupil spending

$17,371

+$4,701 vs South Dakota median

District size

210 students

Smaller than South Dakota median

About Leola School District 44-2

Leola School District 44-2 is a Leola, South Dakota school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 210 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. The district invests $17,371 per student annually.

With an average rating of 8.7/10, Leola School District 44-2 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.

The highest-rated school in the district is Leola Elementary - 02, which has a composite score of 9.7/10.

In standardized testing, Leola School District 44-2 students show an average math proficiency of 48.4% and ELA proficiency of 53.6%.

The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Leola School District 44-2, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 48.4%
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ELA Proficiency 53.6%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Leola School District 44-2 with test data.

District Details

State
South Dakota
City
Leola
Total Enrollment
210
Teachers (FTE)
21
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Leola School District 44-2?

Leola School District 44-2 has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Leola School District 44-2?

The average composite rating for Leola School District 44-2 is 8.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Leola School District 44-2?

Leola School District 44-2 spends $17,371 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Leola School District 44-2?

The average student-teacher ratio in Leola School District 44-2 is 10:1.

What is the top-rated school in Leola School District 44-2?

Leola Elementary - 02 is the highest-rated school in Leola School District 44-2 with a composite score of 9.7/10.

What are the test scores in Leola School District 44-2?

Across schools in Leola School District 44-2 with test data, the average math proficiency is 48.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 53.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Leola School District 44-2 compare to other districts in South Dakota?

Leola School District 44-2 has an average school rating of 8.7/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in South Dakota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
8.7/10
Math Proficiency
48.4%
ELA Proficiency
53.6%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

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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.

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