Voa Dakota S Long Term serves 20 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
20 students

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1

American Indian
55%
14%

Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
45%
67%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups



School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Voa Dakota S Long Term?
20 students attend Voa Dakota S Long Term.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Voa Dakota S Long Term students are American Indian, and 45% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voa Dakota S Long Term?
Voa Dakota S Long Term has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Voa Dakota S Long Term offer ?
Voa Dakota S Long Term offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Voa Dakota S Long Term part of?
Voa Dakota S Long Term is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
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