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Isna Wica Owayawa
Elementary School · Isna Wica Owayawa
PO Box 50, Oglala, SD 57764
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SD statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#293 of 574
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Isna Wica Owayawa
Elementary School in Oglala · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Isna Wica Owayawa
Isna Wica Owayawa is a public elementary school in Oglala, SD, part of Isna Wica Owayawa. Isna Wica Owayawa serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Isna Wica Owayawa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 574 schools in SD.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Isna Wica Owayawa sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
59% of students at Isna Wica Owayawa were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Isna Wica Owayawa Compares
See how Isna Wica Owayawa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 50, Oglala, SD 57764
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Isna Wica Owayawa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE (rated 7.0/10, 36.9 miles away, in nearby Rushville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHADRON INTERMEDIATE (rated 6.5/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby Chadron), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 22.1 miles away, in nearby Porcupine), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oglala, see our Oglala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 36.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge | 12.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge | 15.9 mi | — |
| Wounded Knee District School Manderson | 15.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Wolf Creek School - 02 Pine Ridge | 18.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Lakota Tech High School - 10 Batesland | 19.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Rockyford School - 03 Porcupine | 24.4 mi | 4.5 |
| CHADRON INTERMEDIATE Chadron | 27.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CHADRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Chadron | 28.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CHADRON PRIMARY Chadron | 28.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CHADRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Chadron | 28.3 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY Porcupine | 22.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine | 22.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chadron | 28.5 mi | — |
| Oelrichs Elementary - 02 Oelrichs | 23.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Oelrichs High School - 01 Oelrichs | 23.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Oelrichs Jr. High - 03 Oelrichs | 23.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Red Shirt School - 04 Batesland | 32.9 mi | 3.5 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE Rushville | 36.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rushville | 36.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,102
Median Home Value
$41,100
Median Rent
$582/mo
Population
2,241
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Poverty Rate
45.8%
Median Age
27.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02 Britton, SD | 6.3 |
| Groton Area Elementary - 02 Groton, SD | 6.3 |
| Hillcrest Elementary - 04 Brookings, SD | 6.3 |
| Austin Elementary - 03 Vermillion, SD | 6.4 |
| Custer Elementary - 02 Custer, SD | 6.4 |
| Gregory Elementary - 02 Gregory, SD | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Isna Wica Owayawa
What grades does Isna Wica Owayawa serve?
Isna Wica Owayawa serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Isna Wica Owayawa?
Isna Wica Owayawa has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Isna Wica Owayawa?
The student-teacher ratio at Isna Wica Owayawa is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Isna Wica Owayawa rank in SD?
Isna Wica Owayawa ranks #293 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Isna Wica Owayawa's MySchoolScout rating?
Isna Wica Owayawa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Isna Wica Owayawa a charter school?
No, Isna Wica Owayawa is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Isna Wica Owayawa a Title I school?
No, Isna Wica Owayawa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isna Wica Owayawa?
98.9% of students at Isna Wica Owayawa qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Oglala Lakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (605) 867-6875
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