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Tiospaye Topa School
School · Tiospaye Topa School
HC 76 Box 300, Ridgeview, SD 57652
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Tiospaye Topa School
School in Ridgeview · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Freeman Davis Elementary - 03
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About Tiospaye Topa School
Tiospaye Topa School is a public school in Ridgeview, SD, part of Tiospaye Topa School. Tiospaye Topa School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 25.4:1 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
At 178 students, Tiospaye Topa 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.
Tiospaye Topa School runs 25.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Tiospaye Topa 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 178 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Address
- HC 76 Box 300, Ridgeview, SD 57652
- Website
- tiospayetopa.bie.edu
- Phone
- (605) 733-2290
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
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How Tiospaye Topa School Compares
See how Tiospaye Topa School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
HC 76 Box 300, Ridgeview, SD 57652
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tiospaye Topa School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Timber Lake Elementary - 02 (rated 9.3/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake). Another option is Timber Lake High School - 01 (rated 9.3/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake). Additionally, Timber Lake Middle School - 03 (rated 9.2/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Timber Lake). For more schools in Ridgeview, see our Ridgeview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
10 within 28.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freeman Davis Elementary - 03 Mobridge | 29.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Mobridge Middle School - 02 Mobridge | 29.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mobridge Upper Elementary - 04 Mobridge | 29.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Mobridge High School - 01 Mobridge | 29.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Wakpala Elementary - 02 Wakpala | 33.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Wakpala High School - 01 Wakpala | 33.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Wakpala Middle School - 04 Wakpala | 33.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Timber Lake Elementary - 02 Timber Lake | 28.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake High School - 01 Timber Lake | 28.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Timber Lake Middle School - 03 Timber Lake | 28.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,798
Median Rent
$467/mo
Population
377
College Educated
2.9%
Homeownership
52.9%
Poverty Rate
68.4%
Median Age
18.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tiospaye Topa School
What grades does Tiospaye Topa School serve?
Tiospaye Topa School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Tiospaye Topa School?
Tiospaye Topa School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tiospaye Topa School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tiospaye Topa School is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Tiospaye Topa School a charter school?
No, Tiospaye Topa School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tiospaye Topa School a Title I school?
No, Tiospaye Topa School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tiospaye Topa School?
98.3% of students at Tiospaye Topa 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
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Dewey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.1%
- Phone
- (605) 733-2290
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