Below Average
#517 of 574 schools in SD
Based on limited data
Wounded Knee District School
Elementary School · Wounded Knee District School
PO BOX 350, Manderson, SD 57756
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SD statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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Wounded Knee District School
Elementary School in Manderson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wounded Knee District School
Wounded Knee District School is a public elementary school in Manderson, SD, part of Wounded Knee District School. Wounded Knee District School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wounded Knee District School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #517 of 574 schools in SD.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Wounded Knee District 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.
Wounded Knee District 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.
81% of students at Wounded Knee District 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Wounded Knee District School Compares
See how Wounded Knee District School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 350, Manderson, SD 57756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wounded Knee District School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Isna Wica Owayawa (rated 6.3/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Oglala), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Kyle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELEM-GORDON (rated 6.0/10, 32.3 miles away, in nearby Gordon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manderson, see our Manderson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 41.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY Porcupine | 6.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Pahin Sinte Owayawa Porcupine | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Wolf Creek School - 02 Pine Ridge | 12.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Lakota Tech High School - 10 Batesland | 12.9 mi | 3.1 |
| RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge | 12.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge | 15.4 mi | — |
| LAKOTA WALDORF SCHOOL Kyle | 13.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Rockyford School - 03 Porcupine | 17.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Isna Wica Owayawa Oglala | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Little Wound School Kyle | 19.8 mi | — |
| Batesland School - 01 Batesland | 19.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Oglala Lakota County Virtual High School - 92 Batesland | 19.9 mi | 4.2 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gordon | 31.9 mi | 7.5 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELEM-GORDON Gordon | 32.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Red Shirt School - 04 Batesland | 36.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Interior Elementary - 09 Kadoka | 41.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,269
Median Rent
$535/mo
Population
922
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
9.2%
Poverty Rate
98%
Median Age
22.9
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| Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Elementary School Stephan, SD | 3.9 |
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| McLaughlin Elementary - 02 Mclaughlin, SD | 3.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary - 08 Watertown, SD | 4.2 |
| Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 Wolsey, SD | 4.2 |
| Elkton Elementary - 02 Elkton, SD | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wounded Knee District School
What grades does Wounded Knee District School serve?
Wounded Knee District School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wounded Knee District School?
Wounded Knee District School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wounded Knee District School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wounded Knee District School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wounded Knee District School rank in SD?
Wounded Knee District School ranks #517 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Wounded Knee District School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wounded Knee District School 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.
Is Wounded Knee District School a charter school?
No, Wounded Knee District School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wounded Knee District School a Title I school?
No, Wounded Knee District School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wounded Knee District School?
98.0% of students at Wounded Knee District 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Oglala Lakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.7%
- Phone
- (605) 867-4350
Resources & Links
District
Wounded Knee District School- District Enrollment
- 150
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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