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St. Francis Indian School
School · St. Francis Indian School
PO Box 379, St. Francis, SD 57572
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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St. Francis Indian School
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About St. Francis Indian School
St. Francis Indian School is a public school in St. Francis, SD, part of St.
Francis Indian School. St. Francis Indian School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 25% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, St. Francis Indian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St. Francis Indian 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.
63% of students at St. Francis Indian 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
- 594 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Address
- PO Box 379, St. Francis, SD 57572
- Website
- sfisk12.org
- Phone
- (605) 747-2299
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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How St. Francis Indian School Compares
See how St. Francis Indian School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Location
PO Box 379, St. Francis, SD 57572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Francis Indian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 25.6 miles away, in nearby Valentine). Another option is CODY-KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Cody). Additionally, VALENTINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Valentine). For more schools in St. Francis, see our St. Francis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAPA UN CATHOLIC ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Saint Francis | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Rosebud Elementary - 04 Rosebud | 6.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary - 07 St. Francis | 6.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakeview Elementary - 09 Crookston | 8.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CODY-KILGORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kilgore | 14.2 mi | 4.7 |
| He Dog Elementary - 05 Parmelee | 13.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Resource Center - 11 Mission | 16.4 mi | — |
| Todd County Achievement High School - 17 Mission | 16.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Todd County Elementary - 16 Mission | 16.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 Mission | 16.4 mi | — |
| Todd County High School - 01 Mission | 16.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Todd County Middle School - 10 Mission | 16.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CODY-KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL Cody | 22.5 mi | 8.3 |
| CODY-KILGORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cody | 22.5 mi | 4.8 |
| VALENTINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Valentine | 25.4 mi | 8.3 |
| VALENTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valentine | 25.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Valentine | 25.8 mi | — |
| VALENTINE HIGH SCHOOL Valentine | 25.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Norris Elementary - 08 White River | 27.4 mi | 6.7 |
| White River High School - 01 White River | 30.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,250
Median Home Value
$35,000
Median Rent
$573/mo
Population
1,457
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
52.8%
Poverty Rate
57.8%
Median Age
24.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Wound School Kyle, SD | — |
| Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge, SD | — |
| Tiospa Zina Tribal School Agency Village, SD | — |
| RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge, SD | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Francis Indian School
What grades does St. Francis Indian School serve?
St. Francis Indian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend St. Francis Indian School?
St. Francis Indian School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Francis Indian School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Francis Indian School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is St. Francis Indian School a charter school?
No, St. Francis Indian School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is St. Francis Indian School a Title I school?
No, St. Francis Indian School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Francis Indian School?
99.5% of students at St. Francis Indian 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Todd County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.1%
- Phone
- (605) 747-2299
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