Below Average
#512 of 574 schools in SD
Wolf Creek School - 02
Elementary School · Oglala Lakota County 65-1
PO Box 469, Pine Ridge, SD 57770
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#512 of 574
In district
#4 of 6
Oglala Lakota County 65-1
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Wolf Creek School - 02
Elementary School in Pine Ridge · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wolf Creek School - 02
Wolf Creek School - 02 is a public elementary school in Pine Ridge, SD, part of Oglala Lakota County 65-1. Wolf Creek School - 02 serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Wolf Creek School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #512 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Wolf Creek School - 02 show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Wolf Creek School - 02 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.
50% of students at Wolf Creek School - 02 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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Wolf Creek School - 02 — Students at Wolf Creek School - 02 score 1% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Wolf Creek School - 02 Compares
See how Wolf Creek School - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 469, Pine Ridge, SD 57770
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wolf Creek School - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 27.4 miles away, in nearby Hay Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE (rated 7.0/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Rushville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Isna Wica Owayawa (rated 6.3/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Oglala), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pine Ridge, see our Pine Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakota Tech High School - 10 Batesland | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge | 5.8 mi | — |
| RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge | 6.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Wounded Knee District School Manderson | 12.8 mi | 4.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY Porcupine | 14.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine | 15.3 mi | 4.8 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rushville | 22.9 mi | 5.6 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE Rushville | 23.0 mi | 7.0 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gordon | 20.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Isna Wica Owayawa Oglala | 18.9 mi | 6.3 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELEM-GORDON Gordon | 21.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Batesland School - 01 Batesland | 19.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Oglala Lakota County Virtual High School - 92 Batesland | 19.0 mi | 4.2 |
| LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL Kyle | 23.9 mi | 6.1 |
| HAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hay Springs | 27.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HAY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hay Springs | 27.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HAY SPRINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD Hay Springs | 27.4 mi | — |
| HAY SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hay Springs | 27.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Rockyford School - 03 Porcupine | 30.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Little Wound School Kyle | 29.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,988
Median Home Value
$54,200
Median Rent
$633/mo
Population
5,384
College Educated
9.3%
Homeownership
56.3%
Poverty Rate
29%
Median Age
25.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.0 |
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.0 |
| Simmons Elementary - 10 Aberdeen, SD | 3.9 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton, SD | 3.8 |
| Valley View Elementary - 13 Rapid City, SD | 4.3 |
| Winner Elementary - 04 Winner, SD | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wolf Creek School - 02
What grades does Wolf Creek School - 02 serve?
Wolf Creek School - 02 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Wolf Creek School - 02?
Wolf Creek School - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wolf Creek School - 02?
The student-teacher ratio at Wolf Creek School - 02 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wolf Creek School - 02 rank in SD?
Wolf Creek School - 02 ranks #512 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Wolf Creek School - 02's MySchoolScout rating?
Wolf Creek School - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wolf Creek School - 02?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wolf Creek School - 02 has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wolf Creek School - 02 a charter school?
No, Wolf Creek School - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wolf Creek School - 02 a Title I school?
No, Wolf Creek School - 02 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wolf Creek School - 02?
100.0% of students at Wolf Creek School - 02 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Oglala Lakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (605) 867-5174
Resources & Links
District
Oglala Lakota County 65-1- District Enrollment
- 1,853
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,648
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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