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Little Wound School

School · Little Wound School

PO Box 500, Kyle, SD 57752

Enrollment

766

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

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About Little Wound School

Little Wound School is a public school in Kyle, SD, part of Little Wound School. Little Wound School serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

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What Parents Should Know

Little Wound School 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.

85% of students at Little Wound School 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
766 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Address
PO Box 500, Kyle, SD 57752
Phone
(605) 455-6150
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

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How Little Wound School Compares

See how Little Wound School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
85.1%

Location

PO Box 500, Kyle, SD 57752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Wound School may also want to explore other schools in the area. RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 31.6 miles away, in nearby Pine Ridge). Another option is LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 6.1 miles away). Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Porcupine). For more schools in Kyle, see our Kyle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

16 within 34.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL Kyle 6.1 mi 6.1
Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine 14.5 mi 4.8
OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY Porcupine 15.0 mi 5.9
American Horse School Allen 16.1 mi 4.1
Batesland School - 01 Batesland 21.0 mi 4.9
Oglala Lakota County Virtual High School - 92 Batesland 21.0 mi 4.2
Rockyford School - 03 Porcupine 16.2 mi 4.5
Wounded Knee District School Manderson 19.8 mi 4.0
Interior Elementary - 09 Kadoka 22.9 mi
Wolf Creek School - 02 Pine Ridge 29.8 mi 4.0
Lakota Tech High School - 10 Batesland 29.9 mi 3.1
Bennett County Elementary School - 03 Martin 28.0 mi 3.8
Bennett County Middle School - 06 Martin 28.3 mi 3.6
Bennett County High School - 01 Martin 28.3 mi 4.6
RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge 31.6 mi 7.9
Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge 34.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,304

Median Rent

$578/mo

Population

2,539

College Educated

9%

Homeownership

36.8%

Poverty Rate

61.6%

Median Age

23

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School Eagle Butte, SD
Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge, SD
St. Francis Indian School St. Francis, SD
Tiospa Zina Tribal School Agency Village, SD
RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge, SD 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Wound School

What grades does Little Wound School serve?

Little Wound School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Little Wound School?

Little Wound School has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Wound School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Wound School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Little Wound School a charter school?

No, Little Wound School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Wound School a Title I school?

No, Little Wound School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Wound School?

99.6% of students at Little Wound School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Oglala Lakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
85.1%

District

Little Wound School
District Enrollment
766
Schools in District
1

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