Polo Elementary School serves 9 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
9%
21%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Polo School District 29-2
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Polo Elementary School?
9 students attend Polo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Polo Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polo Elementary School?
Polo Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Polo Elementary School offer ?
Polo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Polo Elementary School part of?
Polo Elementary School is part of Polo School District 29-2.
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