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#35 of 56 private schools in SD
Little Eagle Grant School
Elementary School
234 1 SCHOOL ST, Little Eagle, SD 57639
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#35 of 56
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About Little Eagle Grant School
Little Eagle Grant School is a private elementary school in Little Eagle, SD. Little Eagle Grant School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Eagle Grant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Little Eagle Grant School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Little Eagle Grant School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Little Eagle Grant School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Little Eagle Grant School compares to the 1 public school in Little Eagle, SD
All Schools in Little Eagle
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Eagle Grant School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Little Eagle School | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SD.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SD
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
234 1 SCHOOL ST, Little Eagle, SD 57639
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Eagle Grant School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Timber Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 9.3/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 (rated 8.3/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Mobridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wakpala Elementary - 02 (rated 7.8/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Wakpala), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Eagle, see our Little Eagle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Little Eagle School Little Eagle | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| McLaughlin High School - 01 Mclaughlin | 9.2 mi | 4.8 |
| McLaughlin Middle School - 03 Mclaughlin | 9.2 mi | 4.0 |
| McLaughlin Elementary - 02 Mclaughlin | 9.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Wakpala Elementary - 02 Wakpala | 14.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Wakpala High School - 01 Wakpala | 14.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Wakpala Middle School - 04 Wakpala | 14.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Rock Creek Grant School Bullhead | 14.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Timber Lake Elementary - 02 Timber Lake | 21.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake High School - 01 Timber Lake | 21.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake Middle School - 03 Timber Lake | 21.6 mi | 9.2 |
| SELFRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selfridge | 25.7 mi | — |
| SELFRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Selfridge | 25.7 mi | — |
| Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge | 20.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge | 20.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Mobridge High School - 01 Mobridge | 20.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Freeman Davis Elementary - 03 Mobridge | 20.6 mi | 7.4 |
| FORT YATES MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Yates | 29.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Standing Rock Community School Fort Yates | 29.5 mi | — |
| FORT YATES PK SCHOOL Fort Yates | 29.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57639 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,125
Median Rent
$244/mo
Population
373
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
14.1%
Poverty Rate
86.9%
Median Age
19.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Elementary - 02 Faith, SD | 5.7 |
| Rustic Acres Elementary - 04 Chester, SD | 5.7 |
| Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis, SD | 5.7 |
| VOLGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Volga, SD | 5.6 |
| Edmunds Central Elementary - 05 Roscoe, SD | 5.3 |
| Rock Creek Grant School Bullhead, SD | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Eagle Grant School
What grades does Little Eagle Grant School serve?
Little Eagle Grant School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Little Eagle Grant School?
Little Eagle Grant School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Eagle Grant School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Eagle Grant School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Eagle Grant School rank in SD?
Little Eagle Grant School ranks #35 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Little Eagle Grant School's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Eagle Grant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Eagle Grant School a private school?
Yes, Little Eagle Grant School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Little Eagle Grant School a religious school?
No, Little Eagle Grant School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 137 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Corson County
- Phone
- (605) 823-4235
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