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Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05
High School · Plankinton School District 01-1
1400 E 10th St, Plankinton, SD 57368
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05
Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 is a public high school in Plankinton, SD, part of the Plankinton School District 01-1. The school serves approximately 6 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,645, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 6 students, Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3:1, Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Address
- 1400 E 10th St, Plankinton, SD 57368
- Phone
- (605) 942-5437
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1400 E 10th St, Plankinton, SD 57368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Corsica-Stickney High School - 01 (rated 8.5/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Corsica). Another option is Mount Vernon High School- 01 (rated 8.4/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon). Additionally, Plankinton High School - 01 (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Plankinton, see our Plankinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,645
Median Home Value
$143,300
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
1,090
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
39.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 has a median household income of $76,645. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,300, with a median rent of $877/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05
What grades does Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 serve?
Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05?
Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 a charter school?
No, Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 a Title I school?
No, Aurora Plains Academy High School - 05 is not currently a Title I school.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Aurora County
- Phone
- (605) 942-5437
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Plankinton School District 01-1- District Enrollment
- 297
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,389
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