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6.1 avg / 10

Sisseton School District 54-2

School District · Sisseton, South Dakota

Students: 970
Teachers (FTE): 78

Avg Rating

6.1

out of 10

Schools

3

1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,105

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.4:1

How this district compares

South Dakota rank

#89 of 142

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.2

below South Dakota avg

Per-pupil spending

$13,105

+$435 vs South Dakota median

District size

970 students

Much larger than South Dakota median

About Sisseton School District 54-2

Sisseton School District 54-2 is a Sisseton, South Dakota school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 970 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1. The district invests $13,105 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.1/10, Sisseton School District 54-2 demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Westside Elementary - 03, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.

In standardized testing, Sisseton School District 54-2 students show an average math proficiency of 29.9% and ELA proficiency of 43.3%.

The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Sisseton School District 54-2, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 29.9%
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ELA Proficiency 43.3%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Sisseton School District 54-2 with test data.

Schools in Sisseton School District 54-2

3 schools

District Details

State
South Dakota
City
Sisseton
Total Enrollment
970
Teachers (FTE)
78
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Sisseton School District 54-2?

Sisseton School District 54-2 has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Sisseton School District 54-2?

The average composite rating for Sisseton School District 54-2 is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Sisseton School District 54-2?

Sisseton School District 54-2 spends $13,105 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sisseton School District 54-2?

The average student-teacher ratio in Sisseton School District 54-2 is 12.4:1.

What is the top-rated school in Sisseton School District 54-2?

Westside Elementary - 03 is the highest-rated school in Sisseton School District 54-2 with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What are the test scores in Sisseton School District 54-2?

Across schools in Sisseton School District 54-2 with test data, the average math proficiency is 29.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 43.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Sisseton School District 54-2 compare to other districts in South Dakota?

Sisseton School District 54-2 has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 3 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
6.1/10
Math Proficiency
29.9%
ELA Proficiency
43.3%

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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